Automation Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

Toledo-Tool-&-Die-Compan; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

10 paid holidays

PTO

401(k)

Full benefits

Shift premium for 2nd shift

Shift premium for 3rd shift

Job summary

Toledo Tool & Die is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, program, and continuously improve automated manufacturing equipment in a high-volume automotive welding environment.

The role partners with Manufacturing and Controls Engineering, Production, Quality, and Tooling to diagnose issues, implement corrective actions, support new equipment installs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Strong safety mindset required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial maintenance, robotics, or automated manufacturing.
• Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotic, and automated equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Read electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, hydraulic prints, and mechanical drawings.
• Program, troubleshoot, recover, and optimize Fanuc robots.
• Maintain weld guns, transformers, electrodes, weld schedules, cooling water, pneumatic systems.
• Follow lockout/tagout and all safety procedures.
• Support equipment improvements and process validation.

Skills

Fanuc robots

Industrial maintenance

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Robot programming

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Technical certification

Tools

Teach pendant

Job description

Come Join the Toledo Tool & Die Team!

Located close to the Michigan/Ohio border, Toledo Tool & Die has diligently served the people of both of those great states since 1940. It was a company founded on one simple principle: to do the finest work possible for our clients and to deliver on every promise we make. Today Toledo Tool & Die has four facilities in the Toledo area and one in Pioneer, Ohio.

Toledo Tool & Die is adding Automation Maintenance Technicians to our Bennett Road team to support our continued growth.

This is a full-time position based in Toledo, Ohio. We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a clean, safe work environment.

Hours for this position are typically

• 1st Shift Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:00pm

*Must be available to work overtime (daily, weekends & some holidays)*

WHAT TOLEDO TOOL & DIE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Starting pay $30.00-$42.00 per hour
• $1.50/hour Shift premium for 2nd shift
• $1.00/ hour Shift premium for 3rd shift
• Weekly pay
• 10 paid holidays
• PTO
• 401(k)
• Full benefits

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT FOR THIS POSITION:

• Strong industrial maintenance and automation troubleshooting experience
• Hands-on experience working with Fanuc robots
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude
• Consistent attendance
• Willingness to learn
• Safety minded

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Automation Maintenance Technician is a cross-functional technical role within the Maintenance Department responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, programming, and continuously improving automated manufacturing equipment in a high-volume automotive welding environment.

The Automation Maintenance Technician partners closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, Production, Quality, and Tooling to diagnose equipment issues, implement corrective actions, support new equipment installations, and improve manufacturing processes through continuous improvement initiatives.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotic, and automated manufacturing equipment
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, hydraulic prints, and mechanical drawings
• Troubleshoot equipment using PLC diagnostics, HMIs, and robot teach pendants
• Replace motors, bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, cylinders, sensors, valves, weld components, and tooling
• Respond quickly to equipment downtime while maintaining safe work practices
• Program, troubleshoot, recover, and optimize Fanuc robots
• Perform robot mastering, TCP verification, backups, and restores
• Support MIG, Resistance Spot, and Projection welding systems
• Maintain weld guns, transformers, electrodes, weld schedules, cooling water, pneumatic systems, and weld quality
• Repair and maintain production fixtures and tooling
• Replace locating pins, clamps, sensors, cylinders, and tooling components
• Shim and adjust fixtures to maintain dimensional accuracy
• Support equipment improvements and process validation
• Implement corrective actions to reduce downtime, scrap, and cycle time
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and all safety procedures at all times
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Ability to take direction, coaching, and act positively to improve performance
• Assumes additional duties as assigned, which may fall outside the primary scope of the role

ISO / ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (EMS) RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the environmental processes and requirements applicable to their role
• Employee is responsible for ensuring all environmental practices are in line with job scope/position. Examples include but are not limited to proper waste disposal practices, reporting of spills, non-compliance to permit, and addressing any improper practices

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree or technical certification preferred
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance, robotics, or automated manufacturing experience
• Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred

GENERAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with production employees, supervisors, engineers, and customers
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation and inspection results
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to rapidly changing production needs
• High level of initiative, accountability, and integrity

TECHNICAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Robotics: Fanuc or Nachi programming, robot recovery, and teach pendant programming
• Welding: MIG, Resistance Spot, Projection welding, weld controllers, and weld quality troubleshooting
• Mechanical: Pneumatic and hydraulic systems, bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, fixtures, and automated tooling
• Electrical: Industrial electrical systems, motors, sensors, control panels, schematics, VFDs, and safety circuits
• Nachi robotics preferred
• Servo welding systems preferred
• Vision systems preferred
• Preventive and predictive maintenance experience preferred

ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL FACTORS:

Work will be performed in a warehouse/manufacturing facility. The position requires frequent sitting, standing, and walking with occasional bending. Employees may lift, carry, push/pull, and reach for supplies and may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds while performing various aspects of the job.

The position requires the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, organize and prioritize responsibilities, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.

HOURS / SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Monday-Friday; must be present to fulfill job duties and meet operational demands. Schedule may vary depending on plant operational needs, and flexibility is required. This may include long days, occasional evenings, and weekends. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. The position may require travel to meetings, conferences, workshops, or other facilities.