Advanced Automation Maintenance & Controls Technician

Torrey Holistics; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics is seeking an Automation Technician to support mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, robotics programming, and CMMS-driven maintenance. The role involves quick changeovers, PLC/HMI adjustments, and debugging vision systems to minimize downtime.

Level 2–3 responsibilities include programming, optimization, and training of staff, with strong emphasis on HSE and safety standards. This is an on-site position in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Meets Level 1 requirements and can work on automation equipment repair.
• Strong mechanical foundation including pneumatics and electrical systems.
• English proficiency; Spanish bilingual a plus.
• 2–3 years in automation troubleshooting and repair (Level 2) for some roles.
• 7+ years of progressive automation/maintenance experience (Level 3) for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Proactive mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Provide CMMS-driven inspections and updates to logs.
• Troubleshoot pneumatics, robotics, and electro-mechanical systems.
• Repair and adjust PLC/HMI programs; modify ladder logic when needed (Level 3).
• Operate and tune servo drives, vision systems, and CNC setups as required.
• Support engineering with design reviews and tool changes.
• Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Pneumatics troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial robot programming

Soldering/assembly fixtures

CMMS documentation

Hydraulics troubleshooting

Servo drives

Vision systems

Troubleshooting PLCs/HMI

Welding/Barrel changes

Gauging and metrology

Education

Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

HMI software

ABB robotics

Vision sensors

CNC machine setup

Job description

Torrey Holistics is seeking an Automation Technician to support mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, robotics programming, and CMMS-driven maintenance. The role involves quick changeovers, PLC/HMI adjustments, and debugging vision systems to minimize downtime.

Level 2–3 responsibilities include programming, optimization, and training of staff, with strong emphasis on HSE and safety standards. This is an on-site position in a manufacturing setting.