Warehouse Automation Technician (AutoStore/Ranpak)

Helly Hansen; Nederland; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Helly Hansen is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician for its European Distribution Centre in Born, Netherlands. You will be responsible for a Ranpak carton erector, carton closer, AutoStore robots and related automation systems, performing preventive maintenance and rapid diagnostics to minimize downtime.

You will coordinate with external service providers and maintain records, while supporting safety practices and continuous improvement through automation projects and cross-functional

Qualifications

• MBO Level 4 qualification (associate degree) in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Automation or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Experience in troubleshooting automated equipment, conveyors, packaging machinery or robotic systems.
• Good working knowledge of electrical systems, motors, sensors, pneumatics and mechanical assemblies.
• Basic PLC troubleshooting knowledge is an advantage.
• Good communication skills with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Good computer skills, including maintenance systems and ticketing tools.
• Willingness to participate in technical training programmes and on-call rotations during peak periods.
• Fluency in English; Dutch is an advantage but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site technician for Ranpak carton erector, carton closer and packaging equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting, repairs, testing, adjustments and preventive maintenance activities.
• Support daily operation, monitoring and first-line maintenance of AutoStore robots and related systems.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with external service providers when specialist support is required.
• Execute daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly preventive maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment history and spare-parts administration.
• Perform minor repairs and technical fixes across the Distribution Centre.
• Support mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and conveyor-related maintenance tasks.
• Ensure maintenance work follows safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Identify recurring failures and propose improvements for reliability.
• Assist root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Participate in automation and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting automated equipment

Electrical systems knowledge

PLC troubleshooting

Communication with stakeholders

Education

MBO Level 4 in Mechatronics/Engineering

Tools

AutoStore

Ranpak

Ticketing/maintenance systems

Job description

Helly Hansen is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician for its European Distribution Centre in Born, Netherlands. You will be responsible for a Ranpak carton erector, carton closer, AutoStore robots and related automation systems, performing preventive maintenance and rapid diagnostics to minimize downtime.

You will coordinate with external service providers and maintain records, while supporting safety practices and continuous improvement through automation projects and cross-functional