Automation Maintenance Tech: Robotics & PLCs (2nd Shift)

Actalent; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician for a contract-to-hire role on-site in Holland, MI. The technician will support advanced automation systems, troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and robotic equipment, and work with the controls team on PLC diagnostics.

The role includes second shift hours (3 pm – 11 pm) with overtime opportunities and a heavy emphasis on preventive maintenance and rapid issue resolution.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with PLCs - utilizing them as a troubleshooting tool (do not need to program)
• Familiarity with robotics - ABB preferred
• Experience working in a fast paced work environment
• Maintenance and repair on automated machinery

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical, mechanical, and robotic systems to ensure reliable and safe operation of production equipment.
• Diagnose issues in hydraulics, pneumatics, I/O, motors, sensors, wiring, and related components, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Utilizing PLCs as a troubleshooting tool - to diagnose issues (programming will be done by controls team)
• Adjust robot paths and configure robotic vision systems, with a focus on ABB robots, to support accurate and repeatable operations.
• Support the launch of new equipment and retrofits by participating in installation, commissioning, testing, and validation activities.
• Perform preventive maintenance on automated and electronic equipment using CMMS software, following established schedules and procedures.
• Continuously improve preventive maintenance plans by analyzing equipment performance and failure trends and updating tasks and intervals.
• Respond quickly to production issues, identify root causes, and implement timely repairs to minimize downtime and maintain throughput.

Skills

PLCs troubleshooting

Robotics ABB

Fast-paced environment

Maintenance & repair

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician for a contract-to-hire role on-site in Holland, MI. The technician will support advanced automation systems, troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and robotic equipment, and work with the controls team on PLC diagnostics.

The role includes second shift hours (3 pm – 11 pm) with overtime opportunities and a heavy emphasis on preventive maintenance and rapid issue resolution.