Automation & Controls Technician — Advanced Manufacturing

AISIN World Corp. of America; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AISIN World Corp. of America is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Automation & Controls to maintain, troubleshoot, program, and improve advanced manufacturing equipment and facility systems.

The role emphasizes automation, PLC control, robotics support, and data-driven troubleshooting in a high-pressure production environment. You will analyze machine behavior, modify control logic, implement automation enhancements, and collaborate with Engineering, IT, and Production teams to drive continuous

Qualifications

• Associate degree (2-year) in Automation, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field or equivalent hands-on experience.
• PLC troubleshooting and programming experience required
• Experience with automation systems in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve automated manufacturing equipment and facility systems
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled machinery
• Modify, test, and validate PLC logic, HMI screens, and control parameters
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving VFDs, servos, encoders, vision systems, and safety PLCs
• Support robotic systems and safety interlocks
• Maintain and troubleshoot industrial networks
• Assist with new equipment installation, commissioning, and automation upgrades
• Analyze machine performance data to identify root causes
• Collaborate with Engineering, IT, and Production teams on automation improvements
• Ensure safety standards, including lockout/tagout and electrical safety requirements
• Document all maintenance activities, programming changes, and system updates
• Communicate equipment status, risks, and corrective actions clearly to leadership

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical troubleshooting

Robotics support

Industrial networking

Schematic reading

Safety compliance

Documentation

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in Automation

PLC programming experience

Manufacturing automation experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

VFD drives

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

HMI software

Robotics systems

Job description

AISIN World Corp. of America is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Automation & Controls to maintain, troubleshoot, program, and improve advanced manufacturing equipment and facility systems.

The role emphasizes automation, PLC control, robotics support, and data-driven troubleshooting in a high-pressure production environment. You will analyze machine behavior, modify control logic, implement automation enhancements, and collaborate with Engineering, IT, and Production teams to drive continuous