Senior Automation Technician

Ethos•Kinston, NC

13d

About The Position

TheSenior Automation Technician will be at the forefront of enhancing and maintaining the facility's electrical control systems. You will be key in driving automation solutions, from initial setup and programming to ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited college or technical school and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience, required.
Experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation required.
Programming experience.
RS Logix 5000 experience.
Ability to work 12 hour rotating scheduling and night shifts.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as electrical schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and procedure manuals in English.
Ability to write routine reports, procedural manuals, and correspondence in English.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management.
Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience in mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatics helpful

Responsibilities

Decode complex electrical schematics and user manuals to troubleshoot and maintain cutting-edge equipment, keeping operations running smoothly.
Solve automation and robotics software issues, applying advanced problem-solving skills to optimize processes.
Tackle hardware challenges head-on by resolving PLC and touchscreen issues to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
Help with network troubleshooting issues and resolve control networking issues, keeping systems connected and reliable.
Collaborate with IT to maintain and troubleshoot servers, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted operations.
Help identify and drive automation improvements that elevate processes, making them faster, more efficient, and more reliable.