Automation Maintenance Tech

Luxottica; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus and/or commission plans

Health care

Retirement savings

Employee discounts

Job summary

Luxottica in McDonough, Georgia is seeking an Automation Technician responsible for maintaining and optimizing advanced manufacturing automation systems. You will lead troubleshooting efforts for industrial electrical systems and oversee preventive maintenance to improve equipment effectiveness.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in Electrical Technology and 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, particularly in automation. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance with a strong focus on automation.
• Experience with AMRs and automated distribution equipment is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting and repair of industrial electrical systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Optimize equipment performance to improve uptime and effectiveness.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Reading electrical schematics

Experience with PLCs

Preventive maintenance

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley control systems

Siemens control systems

Job description

Company Overview

EssilorLuxottica is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses, serving consumers in more than 150 countries through retail stores, e‑commerce platforms, and a global supply chain.

Role Summary

The Automation Technician is a technical expert responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing advanced manufacturing automation systems in a high‑volume distribution and production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting and repair of industrial electrical systems up to 480 V, including motors, drives, transformers, control panels, and power distribution systems.
• Diagnose and repair PLC‑controlled equipment using Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, and other industrial control platforms.
• Troubleshoot servo systems, variable frequency drives, HMIs, sensors, encoders, and networked control systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on robotic sortation systems, AMRs, SureSort equipment, conveyors, and automated packaging systems.
• Optimize equipment performance to improve uptime, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions for recurring failures.
• Support engineering projects, installations, and system upgrades.
• Recommend design and process improvements based on equipment performance data.
• Mentor and train technicians on troubleshooting techniques, safety standards, and best practices.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and vendors to resolve complex issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards.
• Support after‑hours and weekend maintenance as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance with a strong focus on manufacturing automation.
• Experience with root cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience with AMRs, SureSort systems, and automated distribution equipment.

Benefits

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, and local minimum wage requirements. Benefits may include competitive bonus and/or commission plans, health care, retirement savings, paid time off/Vacation, and various employee discounts.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the U.S. receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.