2nd Shift Automation Technician: PLCs, Robotics & Vision

Swagelok; Highland Heights (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Swagelok in Highland Heights, OH, is seeking an Automation Technician on the 2nd shift to support and troubleshoot control systems for manufacturing and assembly processes.

The role focuses on diagnostics, installation and start-up of new equipment, and managing automation software, with opportunities to contribute to new initiatives and collaborate with engineering teams to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years of relevant automation experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in automation and controls engineering.
• Manufacturing, assembly, and/or warehouse experience preferred.
• Proficient communication, programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and resolves automation system issues across electrical, mechanical, and software.
• Modifies and reverse engineers existing automation systems.
• Performs routine maintenance on automated equipment.
• Maintains documentation and reports system performance.
• Supports the development of automated system solutions, including electrical, controls, robotic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Collaborates with engineers to program PLCs, robots, and vision systems.
• Documents system specifications for new equipment installations and testing.
• Applies engineering principles to determine root causes of equipment failures.
• Communicates with 3rd party automation vendors for quotations and integration.
• Ensures safety standards and regulations compliance for automated systems.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and downtime reduction.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Operations, IT, Sourcing, and other stakeholders.
• Participates in training to stay current with automation technologies.

Skills

Automation experience

Programming

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in related field

Job description

Swagelok in Highland Heights, OH, is seeking an Automation Technician on the 2nd shift to support and troubleshoot control systems for manufacturing and assembly processes.

The role focuses on diagnostics, installation and start-up of new equipment, and managing automation software, with opportunities to contribute to new initiatives and collaborate with engineering teams to improve efficiency.