Manufacturing Engineering - Automation Technician - 1st Shift

American Orthodontics•Sheboygan, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on integrating robotics, vision systems, part feeders, PLCs, and other automation components into automated production cells. The technician will be responsible for building electrical panels, driving continuous improvement on existing automated equipment, and troubleshooting equipment issues. They will also create and update electrical schematics, implement safety improvements, and provide input on new equipment specifications. The position requires collaboration with maintenance technicians, manufacturing engineers, and equipment vendors.

Requirements

High school diploma
Minimum Associates degree in electronics, electromechanical or controls related field
3 years of experience in manufacturing
High level of proficiency with troubleshooting and programming of PLC's
High level of proficiency with implementation and programming of HMIs, motion control drives, vision systems, and Robotics
High Level of proficiency with PC Based systems including networking systems
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds

Nice To Haves

Omron experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Integrate robotics, vision systems, part feeders, PLC's, etc. into an automated production cell
Layout and build electrical panels/equipment in a neat and orderly manner
Drive continuous improvement activity on existing automated manufacturing equipment (upgrading controls, rewiring/replacing control panels, and integration of new equipment)
Partner with maintenance technicians to troubleshoot and correct equipment issues on the manufacturing floor
Create new electrical schematics and update existing schematics as needed
Implement safety improvements to machines such as light curtains, interlocked guards, and ergonomic operator interface buttons
Provide input pertaining to the development of functional specifications for new equipment builds
Partner with manufacturing engineers and equipment vendors on best practices
Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives