Automation Technician- 3rd shift

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A top manufacturing company is seeking an Automation Technician to support industrial machinery and facility maintenance in Bristol. The role entails performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have 3-5 years of plant mechanic experience and be willing to work overtime. The position offers an opportunity to work independently while contributing to the efficiency of the operations.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of plant mechanic experience required.
• Willingness to put in overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on electromechanical packaging machines.
• Evaluate equipment failures for root cause analysis.
• Maintain maintenance and repair records as directed.

Skills

Plant mechanic experience

Stick welding/fabrication

Electrical experience

Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA, MSHA)

Forklift certification

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

The Automation Technician position will support Sojo’s industrial machinery as well as warehouse maintenance. This includes performing preventative maintenance and routine troubleshooting on equipment and general facility maintenance tasks.

Position Essential Functions Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repairs (M&R) on electromechanical packaging machines, air compressors, tray formers and other related equipment.
• Evaluate equipment failures for root cause and work with manager and coworkers to find better improvements for equipment.
• Install modifications to equipment as instructed by manager.
• Follow PM schedules and procedures, recording all relevant information.
• Install replacement and upgraded equipment on machines.
• Lubricate, clean and service equipment.
• Maintain M&R records as directed.
• Maintains a safe, clean working area.
• All other duties as assigned

Qualification

• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of plant mechanic experience required.
• Stick welding/fabrication experience required
• Electrical experience
• Knowledge and experience with safety regulations, ex: OSHA, MSHA
• Forklift certified a plus
• Willingness to put in overtime when necessary to complete a task.
• Ability to work independently/with minimal supervision.
• Possess a sense of urgency and ownership.
• All other tasks as assigned