Senior Manufacturing Automation Technician

Senior Manufacturing Automation Technician

Imagine your day: You start by reviewing overnight performance on high-level assembly and molding lines. A robot’s pick routine needs a tweak, so you dive into the HMI, verify the validated state, and bring the cell back to target cycle time. Midday, you’re fabricating a bracket, wiring sensors, and assembling mechanisms to complete a new automated station per design prints. After lunch, you execute equipment validation protocols for a customer launch, document modifications, and lock in permanent corrective actions. Before you leave, you fine-tune a pneumatic circuit, update standard work for operators, and hand off a clean, stable process to Production.

About SMC Ltd.

SMC Ltd. is a global, premium supplier to the medical market. We move fast, leverage technology, and deliver exceptional performance. Our growth creates meaningful opportunities for skilled technicians who want to make an impact.

What you will own

• Build automated equipment to exact design specifications; assemble, wire, and integrate controls and mechanisms.
• Validate equipment to support internal stakeholders and external customers; maintain operation within validated parameters while meeting production goals.
• Serve as the go-to expert for setting up, operating, and adjusting complex production machinery (manual and automated) for assembly and molding systems.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process and design improvements, automation upgrades, and equipment enhancements.
• Provide hands-on technical support to drive continuous improvement, competitive advantage, and adoption of appropriate new technologies.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment; perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and assembly as needed.
• Create clear, user-focused standard work instructions and documentation for custom equipment and modifications.
• Analyze manufacturing methods to resolve issues impacting cost, operator safety, productivity, and quality.
• Support cross-functional teams and evaluate/test machinery for better manufacturing methods.
• Install and qualify both standard and custom equipment; implement permanent corrective actions and update processes.
• Handle other related duties as assigned.

Shift options

• Swing Shift - (Mon.-Fri., 3:00 PM-11:30 PM) - $1.00 shift differential will be added to your regular hourly rate for working swing shift.
• Graveyard Shift: (Mon.-Fri., 11:00 PM-7:30 AM) - $3.00 shift differential will be added to your regular hourly rate for working graveyard shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years as a technician in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Ownership of equipment maintenance, setup, and precise adjustment to sustain performance.
• High proficiency with hand and power tools; able to weld, cut, and assemble as needed.
• Advanced troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, HVAC, and control systems.
• Sound judgment for problem analysis, evaluation, and resolution.
• Effective communicator with teammates at every level, plus customers and vendors.
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, IQMS, Acrobat, CAD, and related software.

Preferred

• Medical device manufacturing experience.
• Background with lean manufacturing principles.

Technical proficiencies

• Preventive maintenance program creation
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• 120/208/240/480 V power systems
• Electrical installation, troubleshooting, and repair
• Relay testing
• HVAC maintenance and diagnostics
• Pneumatic troubleshooting
• General maintenance and repair
• Industrial electrical systems
• CNC machine setup and changeover
• Hydraulic systems and components
• Equipment diagnostics and root-cause troubleshooting
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Reading electrical schematics
• Machine safety inspections

Why you will love it here

• Clean, climate-controlled environment
• Stable schedule
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Promotion pathways
• Training and career development programs
• Great teammates and culture
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

SMC is committed to fair and equitable hiring. Compensation is based on relevant factors such as experience, education, and certifications. We post and hire within defined salary ranges and do not hire outside those ranges.

ADA Requirements:

• Bend, squat, climb, grasp, reach, lift or otherwise move about frequently and for extended periods of time
• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. frequently, or more occasionally
• Walk, stand or otherwise move about continuously
• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection
• Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer

*At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodation during the interview process.*

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.