What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer position at C&J Industries, Inc.?
Description
C&J Industries is a full service plastic injection molding contract manufacturer and FDA certified medical device manufacturer. In other words, we do it all and with a high level of quality assurance. In case you’re unfamiliar with the process, it includes: product design and development, semi and full-automation, in-house tooling, manufacturing your plastic components, assembling, decorating, packaging and distributing them as well. C&J is a one-stop source for all your plastic contract manufacturing needs.
Why is C&J a Great Place to Work?
Key Responsibilities
EOE
Requirements
Skills and Qualifications:
C&J Industries is a full service plastic injection molding contract manufacturer and FDA certified medical device manufacturer. In other words, we do it all and with a high level of quality assurance. In case you’re unfamiliar with the process, it includes: product design and development, semi and full-automation, in-house tooling, manufacturing your plastic components, assembling, decorating, packaging and distributing them as well. C&J is a one-stop source for all your plastic contract manufacturing needs.
Why is C&J a Great Place to Work?
- Great benefits – low cost health, vision & dental insurance
- 401k Plan
- ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Vacation & Paid Holidays
- Training & advancement opportunities
- Weekly pay
- Employee events & a friendly company culture!
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinates activities concerned with automation developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering
- Reviews customer information to determine any new automation requirements/unique part handling/conveyance
- Accepts responsibility for tracking budgets and monitors delivery dates for all automation being fabricated internally or outsourced.
- Troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues to minimize downtime
- Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize automation workflows
- Program and maintain PLCs, SCADA systems, and robotics used in production lines
- Conduct testing and validation of automation equipment to ensure compliance with quality standards
- Document automation processes, procedures, and system configurations
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging automation technologies relevant to plastics manufacturing
EOE
Requirements
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or a related field
- Proven experience with automation systems in a manufacturing environment, preferably in plastics or similar industries
- Able to interpret engineering drawings. Some 2D and 3D CAD proficiency expected.
- Knowledge of robotics, sensors, actuators, and control systems
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Familiarity with safety standards and regulations in manufacturing environments