Automation Maintenance Tech: PLCs, Robots, Growth

Vogrinc Search Group; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Vogrinc Search Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for Hastings/Caledonia, Michigan. You will support highly automated manufacturing equipment through preventative maintenance, rapid issue diagnosis, and repair across mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with industrial automation, knowledge of PLCs, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. Competitive pay with shifts and full-time benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Journeyman Machine Repair certification preferred
• Experience with mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read blueprints/electrical schematics
• Knowledge of industrial control systems and PLCs
• Experience with robotic automation is a plus
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment and automated production systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on manufacturing cells and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC-related issues.
• Conduct root-cause analysis to minimize downtime and repeat failures.
• Communicate downtime trends to Maintenance, Engineering, and Production teams.
• Perform basic robot troubleshooting and recovery procedures.
• Repair electrical and mechanical components including motors, relays, switches, sensors, drives, and PLCs.
• Interpret electrical diagrams and manuals to aid repairs.
• Replace faulty components and maintain spare parts inventories.
• Collaborate with Tool Room to manufacture replacement components and implement improvements.
• Assist with equipment upgrades and new production equipment installation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and work orders.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial automation

PLC troubleshooting

Robotic automation experience

Preventative maintenance

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Education

Journeyman Machine Repair certification

Tools

PLCs

Robotics systems

Job description

Vogrinc Search Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for Hastings/Caledonia, Michigan. You will support highly automated manufacturing equipment through preventative maintenance, rapid issue diagnosis, and repair across mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with industrial automation, knowledge of PLCs, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. Competitive pay with shifts and full-time benefits are offered.