Automation Maintenance Tech - PLC/Robotics, Benefits

Barrette Workforce Solutions, LLC; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Barrette Workforce Solutions, LLC is sourcing an experienced Maintenance Technician for a global manufacturing client in Hastings or Caledonia, Michigan. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting of PLC-controlled automation, and rapid response to equipment issues in a highly automated plant.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, experience with industrial automation, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with maintenance experience.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and industrial automation.
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment to ensure safety and reliability.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production cells and equipment.
• Diagnose equipment issues across mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC systems.
• Read schematics and electrical drawings to support repairs and improvements.
• Repair and replace faulty components such as motors, relays, sensors, and drives.
• Maintain inventory and coordinate with stores to ensure spare parts availability.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering and Production teams on downtime reduction.
• Support equipment upgrades and line improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Industrial automation

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman certification (preferred)

Job description

Barrette Workforce Solutions, LLC is sourcing an experienced Maintenance Technician for a global manufacturing client in Hastings or Caledonia, Michigan. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting of PLC-controlled automation, and rapid response to equipment issues in a highly automated plant.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, experience with industrial automation, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.