Molding Automation Technician - Nights

Amcor•Lawrence, KS

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Molding Automation Technician is responsible for supporting the efficient operation, troubleshooting, and optimization of automated production systems. This role involves performing automation-related duties with minimal supervision, conducting maintenance on various automated equipment, and assisting other employees with automation issues. The technician will also be responsible for maintaining a clean work area, obtaining necessary parts to minimize downtime, and taking control of equipment during critical situations to prevent injury or damage.

Requirements

Work independently and as part of a team.
Have mechanical and electrical/controls aptitude.
Accept responsibility for work performed.
Dependable and motivated with a good work history.
Able to participate in an apprenticeship or technical training program.
Able to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and automation diagrams.
Good reading comprehension and math skills.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds overhead.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to waist.
Must be able to work around grease, oils and solvents without adverse reaction.
Ability to climb up and down ladders.
Must be able to stand, walk bend or stoop through an entire shift.
Good manual dexterity of arms and fingers.
Must have 20/20 vision with correction and must be able to differentiate color.

Responsibilities

Perform automation-related duties with minimum supervision.
Conduct scheduled and preventative maintenance on robots, automated equipment, sensors, conveyors, and related control systems.
Assist employees in all departments and facilities with troubleshooting automation issues.
Keep automation work areas, robots, and peripheral equipment neat and orderly.
Demonstrate willingness to receive training and progress in the automation/controls field.
Obtain parts in times of emergency to minimize downtime.
Take control of equipment when a situation arises that has the potential for personal injury or rapid deterioration of automated machinery.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)