What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Automation & Maintenance Technician position at AMSOIL INC.?
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.
Core Responsibilities:
Safety & Compliance:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
AMSOIL is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state or local statutes.
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.
Core Responsibilities:
Safety & Compliance:
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
- Pay Type - Hourly
- Pay Range is
- Min: $32.45 per hour
- Max $43.89 per hour.
- This position also comes with a $2 per hour shift differential.
- 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
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
AMSOIL is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state or local statutes.
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