Maintenance and Automation Technician II

Hellerman Tyton•Milwaukee, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance and Automation Technician II maintains and troubleshoots injection molding machines, press robots, end-of-arm tools (EOATs), automation cells, auxiliary processing equipment, and other assigned equipment. The role supports operational uptime through preventive maintenance, diagnosing and correcting machinery and automation issues, installing and uninstalling equipment, and monitoring and adjusting equipment. The technician collaborates with Process Engineering, QA, and Production to sustain quality and efficiency while supporting corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, documentation, and HellermannTyton Quality and EHS certifications. The position also mentors Maintenance and Automation Technician I employees, performs accurate machine changeovers and setups, maintains and repairs auxiliary systems, and documents interventions and work orders. It requires adherence to lockout/tagout procedures and housekeeping standards, along with identifying opportunities to improve equipment and manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Technical diploma or associate degree in Automation, Mechatronics, or Industrial Maintenance, or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 8 years of relevant work experience.
3–5 years of experience in injection molding maintenance and automation troubleshooting, or 5–8 years of experience in other industrial or automation maintenance.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in repairing and maintaining electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
Intermediate to advanced ability to diagnose, analyze, and resolve equipment failures and identify root causes.
Ability to perform regular inspections, checks, and updates to prevent equipment downtime.
Skill in using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Strict adherence to safety regulations, including OSHA guidelines and use of personal protective equipment.
Attention to detail when inspecting and repairing equipment.
Ability to explain technical issues, write reports, and collaborate with team members and PE, QA, and Production teams.
Ability to prioritize urgent repairs while managing scheduled maintenance tasks.
Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting up to 70 lbs., climbing, and working in tight spaces.
Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing procedures.
Ability to maintain accurate logs and update work orders.
Willingness to suggest process and automation enhancements.

Nice To Haves

Robotics programming certification.
Vision system training.
RJG Master Molder certification.
Familiarity with CMMSs, PLC interfaces, robotics, HMIs, vision systems, and Microsoft 365 tools.

Responsibilities

Mentor Maintenance and Automation Technician I employees on job functions.
Perform preventive maintenance and diagnose and repair injection molding machines, robots, auxiliary processing equipment, automation, and EOATs.
Diagnose and correct robot EOAT alignment, gripper posture, sensor, timing, speed, and position issues.
Set up, calibrate, and clean vision systems; reimage cameras and adjust lighting for accurate part confirmation.
Resolve part detection alarms, miscounts, and runner confirmation errors.
Troubleshoot and correct press, robot, and automation issues arising from job changeovers.
Maintain and repair auxiliary equipment and systems, including material delivery systems, blenders, thermolators, grinders, hot runner controllers, and dryers.
Reset drives, replace blown fuses, troubleshoot alarms and wiring issues, replace servo drives and motors, and diagnose PLC issues.
Perform changeovers and setups on all machines.
Analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose, adjust, and repair electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical components on automated and semi-automated equipment.
Log into PLCs to clear hard faults and change timers or counters.
Adjust, modify, or fabricate parts for existing equipment.
Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards.
Document interventions, update work orders, and communicate across shifts.
Follow LOTO procedures and maintain compliance during repairs and preventive maintenance.
Propose equipment or manufacturing-process improvements to minimize faults, alarms, and other issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.