Automation Maintenance Tech – Drive Uptime & Reliability

Newell Brands; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on automated material handling equipment, conveyors, robotics, and related facility systems. The role supports safe, efficient warehouse performance and continuous improvement efforts.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in industrial maintenance, PLC/HMI experience (Allen-Bradley preferred), and proficiency in reading schematics and using CMMS software.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or automated distribution environment.
• Experience troubleshooting automated conveyor systems, motors, drives, sensors, and electrical controls.
• Working knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred) and HMI systems preferred.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Basic computer skills; experience with CMMS software and Microsoft Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated material handling systems, conveyors, sortation equipment, and robotics.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose issues with sensors, motors, VFDs, photo eyes, barcode scanners, and other automation components.
• Assist with PLC troubleshooting and work with controls specialists to resolve automation issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on forklifts, pallet jacks, yard trucks, AGVs and other powered industrial equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document repairs using the maintenance management system.
• Respond quickly to equipment failures to minimize operational downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify equipment concerns and recommend improvements to increase system reliability.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Support facility maintenance, including lighting, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems as needed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, lockout/tagout, and all company safety policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work scheduled hours, including overtime and on-call support as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or industrial maintenance cert. (preferred)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI systems

CMMS software

MS Office

Job description

Newell Brands is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on automated material handling equipment, conveyors, robotics, and related facility systems. The role supports safe, efficient warehouse performance and continuous improvement efforts.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in industrial maintenance, PLC/HMI experience (Allen-Bradley preferred), and proficiency in reading schematics and using CMMS software.