FLSA Classification:

Non-Exempt ☒ Exempt ☐

Grade: 13

Job Summary: Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Automation Controls Technician ensures proper operation of casting equipment using automation interfaced with PLC based equipment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Understands that s/he is responsible for his/her own safety, as well as others working in the area.
• Provides first response on-floor manufacturing support.
• Communicates with Robotics Safety SPA to ensure a safe workplace.
• Assist in startup of new automated cell installations.
• Identify opportunities to improve uptime and reduce costs.
• General duties will include:
• Caster PLC programming and troubleshooting, caster robot, MU Robot support and troubleshooting, MU Machine Vision support, MU Cell and Casting Cell changeover.
• HMI programming and troubleshooting
• PLC integration to axillary devices, such as Cameras, Safety scanners, Etc.
• PLC Ladder logic programming to support equipment.
• Coordinate with IT for production / PLC network communications
• Observes and practices all applicable lockout/tagout requirements during all activities.
• Observes equipment for malfunction and makes adjustments or repairs as needed to allow equipment to operate at maximum efficiency, within operating parameters, safely and correctly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be self-motivated with an ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions.
• Ability to communicate with all levels within plant.
• Must possess mechanical, electrical and computer aptitude.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel & email.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Education and Experience:

· High School Diploma or equivalent

• Basic understanding of casting operations is required.
• Basic PLC programming and troubleshooting required.
• Prior robotic or maintenance experience is required.

Work Environment:

· The job works in conditions with constant exposure to noise, odors, dust, drafts and chemicals.

· May include seasonally hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

· Bending/Twisting 40%

· Standing 100%

· Walking 50%

· Reaching 10%

· Lifting 15%

· Stooping 5%

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: Hourly full-time position 40 hours per week with overtime or weekend hours as needed to support production.

Travel: None

Safety Policy:

Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Safety is to be given primary importance in every aspect of planning and performing work on behalf of Linamar Corporation. Linamar Corporation’s goal is to prevent all industrial injury and illness.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Linamar Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Ability to Commute:

• Fruitport, MI 49415 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fruitport, MI 49415: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person