The Automation Maintenance Technician II contributes to the success of the company by performing routine and preventative maintenance on production equipment and Hytrol conveyors to ensure functioning within specifications.

The Automation Maintenance Technician II reports to either a Distribution Supervisor or Operations Manager.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on production equipment
• Maintain tools in good working order
• Maintain inventory supply of spare parts and place orders as needed.
• Research and identify cost-effective suppliers of relays, switches and power supplies.
• Develop inventory parts supply process and min / max order points.
• Keeps equipment functioning within specifications
• Repair electrical and mechanical devices, including but not limited to, conveyor relays, switches and power supplies
• Fill in for janitor during absences
• General housekeeping, maintenance and organization of work area
• Record time worked, accurately and according to SLT policy
• Consistently follows all company policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Change industrial lift batteries in all powered equipment.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with employees, customers, and vendors
• Ability to use the computer and other office equipment to accomplish work tasks
• Ability to track parts supply inventory and develop re-order points.
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Ability to stand and / or walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation
• Able to work overtime and weekends as business dictates
• Ability to regularly lift and / or move merchandise weighing up to 35 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crouch
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs
• Ability to learn and operate general warehouse equipment (RF, Pallet Jack, Forklift)
• Ability to perform duties in an environment that is not climate controlled and will be exposed to dust, odors and noise

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Intermediate / Advanced understanding of mechanical and electrical processes as they pertain to powered conveyor, motors, lift equipment, plumbing, lighting, and any electro-mechanical equipment
• Hytrol conveyor experience preferred
• Basic PC knowledge
• Past experience maintaining and / or developing a parts supply inventory program
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills
• Basic math calculations for selecting, counting, and checking work
• Must be at least 18 years old

This job description represents a summary of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.