Senior Industrial Maintenance Technician
About The Position
AMSOIL INC. is seeking a Senior Automation & Maintenance Technician to support and advance manufacturing and packaging operations at our facility located in Superior, Wisconsin. This is a hands-on, technical role for a skilled technician with strong electrical, controls, and automation experience. AMSOIL is a synthetic lubricant manufacturer with a long track record of growth thanks to our position as the leader in lubrication technology. This position has a work schedule Monday through Friday from 2:30pm to 10:30pm (with occasional overtime) and includes a shift differential of $2.00/hour. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
Requirements
- Two-year technical degree in Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance or equivalent combination of related education, training and hands-on experience
- Proficient in:
- Industrial electrical systems and controls
- PLC troubleshooting and minor programming
- VFDs, motor controls, and HMI applications
- Automated and high-speed packaging equipment
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Intermediate computer skills
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and the ability to be insurable for AMSOIL INC. vehicles required
Nice To Haves
- 10+ years’ of experience in a high-volume, automated production facility
- Experience with robotics, AMRs, or advanced industrial automation
- CMRT License
- OSHA 30 Training and/or NFPA 70E Training
- Experience supporting equipment installation and upgrades
Responsibilities
- Perform all work safely and in compliance with company policies, OSHA, state, and federal requirements.
- Identify and escalate safety, quality, and environmental concerns promptly.
- Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on automated production and packaging systems including:
- PLC controlled equipment (Allen-Bradley experience preferred)
- VFDs, motor controls, and industrial electrical systems
- HMI interfaces, fault logs, calibration, and system adjustments
- Support and troubleshoot robotic and automated equipment, such as:
- Palletizers and case packers
- Fluid fillers, cappers, shrink wrappers, and labelers
- AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) and robotic arms
- Interpret electrical schematics, PLC logic, machine documentation, and technical drawings to resolve complex issues.
- Assist with root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
- Develop and execute preventative and predictive maintenance for critical assets.
- Utilize predictive tools to identify potential failures in equipment or machinery.
- Recommend upgrades or replacements based on lifecycle analysis and performance/downtime data.
- Collaborate with Process Engineering, Operations, Safety and Quality on equipment modifications and reliability improvements.
- Provide technical guidance and training for Maintenance Technicians as a subject matter expert.
- Support capital projects, equipment installation and commissioning activities.
- Maintain and improve CMMS data accuracy and usage.
Benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays each year
- Employee bonus program
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Competitive health benefits
- Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options
- Affordable group dental, vision, critical illness, and accident insurance
- Employee discount on product
- Corporate gym membership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
