3rd Shift Automation Maintenance Technician (Onsite)

Newell Brands; Neosho, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands in Neosho, MO is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician for 3rd shift to maintain automated material handling systems, conveyors, and robotics. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, support automation technologies, and partner with operations to maximize uptime.

The role requires 3–5+ years in industrial maintenance, PLC familiarity (Allen‑Bradley preferred), and ability to read schematics. Overtime and on-call duties may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• 3–5+ years in industrial maintenance in a warehouse, manufacturing, or automated distribution environment.
• Experience troubleshooting automated conveyors, motors, sensors, and electrical controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated material handling systems, conveyors, sortation equipment, and robotics.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose issues with sensors, motors, VFDs, photo eyes, barcode scanners, and other automation components.
• Assist with PLC troubleshooting and work with controls specialists to resolve automation issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on forklifts, pallet jacks, yard trucks, AGVs and other powered industrial equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document repairs using the maintenance management system.
• Respond quickly to equipment failures to minimize operational downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify equipment concerns and recommend improvements to increase system reliability.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Support facility maintenance, including lighting, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems as needed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, lockout/tagout, and all company safety policies.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

PLC programs

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI systems

CMMS software

Job description

Newell Brands in Neosho, MO is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician for 3rd shift to maintain automated material handling systems, conveyors, and robotics. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, support automation technologies, and partner with operations to maximize uptime.

The role requires 3–5+ years in industrial maintenance, PLC familiarity (Allen‑Bradley preferred), and ability to read schematics. Overtime and on-call duties may apply.