Automation Maintenance Technician

As an Automation Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a critical partner in ensuring operational excellence by maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex robotic and automated production systems. You will play a vital role in maximizing equipment uptime and driving continuous improvement initiatives across our manufacturing floor.

• Execute rapid response troubleshooting to minimize production downtime and maintain high equipment availability.
• Perform comprehensive preventative maintenance and system repairs on electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
• Manage complex changeover processes and equipment startups to ensure seamless production transitions.
• Program, calibrate, and optimize industrial robots, vision systems, and PLC-based control architectures.
• Document all maintenance activities and repairs accurately within the CMMS to track system health and reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to refine system designs and improve long-term equipment performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety, environmental, and hazardous material handling protocols.

Required Skills

• 3 years of hands-on experience in automated machine repair and industrial maintenance.
• Strong proficiency in troubleshooting PLC ladder logic, HMI interfaces, and servo drive systems.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex electrical schematics, pneumatic prints, and technical blueprints.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems, including hydraulics and precision assembly fixtures.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills

• Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent journeyman-level certification.
• Advanced experience with ABB robotics and vision system calibration.
• Knowledge of GD&T standards and precision metrology instrumentation.
• Proven track record in complex system integration and process optimization.