Automation Control Technician

Cannonball Recruiting LLC; New Freedom (York County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automation Control Technician to enhance production efficiency through automation. This role involves identifying opportunities to implement automated systems that reduce labor and improve quality and safety. The technician will collaborate with teams to launch projects, troubleshoot automation systems, and optimize manufacturing processes. Join a progressive company that values innovation and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401k plan, and employee stock ownership. If you have a passion for automation and a drive to improve production, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Flexible Spending Account

9 Paid Holidays

PTO up to 96 hours

Wellness Plans

Qualifications

• Strong experience with PLCs and automation systems is essential.
• Technical degree in automation or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects and automation initiatives with various stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot electrical and automation issues in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

PLC Programming

Robotics

Electrical Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Automation Systems

Process Optimization

Education

Technical Degree in Automation or Related Field

Tools

Automation Control Systems

Servomotors

Sensors

Job description

Automation Control Technician

Summary:

• The Automation Control Technician will identify opportunities where automated systems will reduce labor, improve quality, and improve ergonomics and/or safety.

Job Responsibilities:

• Works with internal and external parties to organize the various components needed to initiate and launch projects and automation initiatives.
• Duties include coordinating schedules and activities, placing orders for equipment and services, and tracking progress and results.
• Interfaces with the Management Team to anticipate manufacturing requirements and methods. Researches, evaluates, and recommends production methods, resources, and equipment for new processes.
• Applies strong proven practical experience with PLCs, servomotors, robotics and sensors to improve automated production processes and reduce human interaction. Performs hands-on electrical, mechanical and automation troubleshooting, making adjustments to processes and/or machinery. Optimizes equipment/manufacturing processes to provide sustainable gains in product quality, process yield and efficiency.
• Troubleshoots electrical, PLC, and other industrial automation in a manufacturing environment.
• Designs, installs, programs, and commissions small size automation control systems.

Additional Duties:

• Documents time and materials by project for R&D history.
• Makes recommendations regarding automation equipment and fixtures to support manufacturing.
• Applies various preventive action tools such as error-proofing/poka-yoke, and analyzes their effectiveness as a means to improve product quality and manufacturability.
• Trains and supports maintenance team members on an ongoing basis on the understanding of automation and troubleshooting.
• Monitors and reacts in a timely manner to routine demand and maintenance requirements.

Benefits:

• Health / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance options
• 401k
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• 9 Paid Holidays
• PTO = up to 96 hours the first year
• Wellness Plans