AI-Powered Automation & Vision Specialist

Colonial Group

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Colonial Group in Portageville, MO is seeking an Advanced Automation Specialist to join our manufacturing team. You will deploy and maintain advanced automation, AI-driven manufacturing solutions, and machine vision systems to support high-volume automotive production.

You will troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs, optimize control systems, and collaborate on predictive maintenance and continuous improvement projects, with a focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

5+ years in industrial automation within a manufacturing environment.
Experience with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens.
Experience with industrial robotics (FANUC) and automated production systems.
Knowledge of machine vision platforms such as Cognex, Keyence, or similar systems.
Understanding of AI tools, data analytics, and Industry technologies.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and machine documentation.
Strong understanding of 24VDC, 120VAC, and 480VAC industrial electrical systems.
Experience diagnosing issues using electrical prints, PLC software, HMIs, and industrial networks.

Responsibilities

Maintain advanced automation systems supporting high-volume production lines.
Streamline machine vision applications for quality inspection, defect detection, traceability, and process verification.
Leverage AI-enabled solutions to improve process monitoring, predictive maintenance, and manufacturing performance.
Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, and control systems.
Support robotic automation systems including material handling, assembly, and inspection processes.
Analyze production data to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and enhance quality.
Utilize electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment and process issues.
Interpret and update electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and network architecture documentation.
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment using ladder logic, electrical schematics, I/O mapping, and machine diagnostics.
Support automation-related continuous improvement projects and support new product launches.
Support autonomous material movement technologies, such as AMR/VGV/Forklifts.
Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental requirements.