Automation Maintenance Technician | $27.70/hr + Shift Premiums

Procter & Gamble; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Profit Sharing Trust

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

15 vacation days per year

12 paid holidays annually

40 hours paid sick time per year

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Procter & Gamble, Dayton DYMC, is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to maintain and troubleshoot autonomous robots, conveyors, and material handling systems in a high‑tech distribution center. The role includes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and continuous improvement to maximize uptime and performance.

Starting pay is $27.70/hr with a raise to $28.80/hr after 6 months, plus day and night shift premiums.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, trade school, apprenticeship, or an associate degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of mechanical or technical experience in manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with conveyors, pumps, compressors, motors, gears, bearings, automated equipment, or robotics systems.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and precision instruments.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in automated operations.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot autonomous robots, automated conveyors, and material handling systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and equipment calibrations.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and system issues to minimize downtime.
• Monitor equipment performance and use data to identify and prevent potential problems.
• Drive continuous improvement projects that improve reliability, quality, and efficiency.
• Share technical knowledge and help develop the skills of other team members.
• Take ownership of equipment areas and help design solutions that improve system performance.

Skills

Robotics familiarity

Automation knowledge

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical school or related training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand & power tools

Job description

Job Location: DYMC DAYTON MIX CENTER

Job Title: Automation Maintenance Technician | $27.70/hr + Shift Premiums

$27.70/hr starting pay • Raise to $28.80/hr after 6 months • Day 1 Benefits • 15 Days Off Per Month

Interested in robotics, automation, and solving complex equipment challenges? Join the team that keeps one of P&G's most advanced automated distribution centers running at peak performance. Work with autonomous robots, automated conveyors, and cutting‑edge warehouse technology while building specialized technical skills and equipment ownership expertise. P&G is home to many of the world's most trusted brands, including Tide, Dawn, Pampers, Charmin, Bounty, Crest, Gillette, and Swiffer. At the Dayton Fulfillment Center, our team uses advanced automation and robotics technology to move these products to customers efficiently, safely, and reliably.

Starting Pay: $27.70 Successfully complete your qualification period and receive your first pay increase to $28.80/hr after just 6 months.

Shift Premiums: + $0.50/hr for days (6 am – 6:30 pm) + $2.00/hr for nights (6 pm – 6:30 am) + $2.50/hr for rotating (2 week rotation between days to nights).

Work Hours: 12‑hour shifts, on a 2-2-3 schedule. Biweekly rotating days/nights schedule, straight days, and straight nights shifts available. With our 2-2-3 shift schedules, you get about 15 days off per month; including a 3‑day weekend every other week!

Benefits Starting on Day 1:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Profit Sharing Trust – P&G contributes to your retirement, regardless of employee contributions, helping you build ownership in the company's success
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Company-paid life insurance
• 15 vacation days per year (full calendar year)
• 12 paid holidays annually
• 40 hours of paid sick time per year (full calendar year)
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement to support your education and career growth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free, confidential 24/7 financial, emotional, and legal support
• Career growth opportunities within a global company committed to developing its employees

What You'll Do:

• Maintain and troubleshoot autonomous robots, automated conveyors, and material handling systems
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and equipment calibrations
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and system issues to minimize downtime
• Monitor equipment performance and use data to identify and prevent potential problems
• Drive continuous improvement projects that improve reliability, quality, and efficiency
• Share technical knowledge and help develop the skills of other team members
• Take ownership of equipment areas and help design solutions that improve system performance

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Work with advanced automation and robotics technology
• Build specialized technical expertise in a fast‑paced distribution environment
• Solve complex problems and make a direct impact on business performance
• Lead improvements in your area of responsibility
• Contribute to a culture focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement

Operations Schedule

This site operates continuously 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Overtime may be required on weekends and/or holidays. Shifts may be reassigned depending on business need. Just So You Know: all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status or any other legally protected factor. Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. Procter & Gamble participates in E-Verify as required by law. Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed.

Job Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical school, trade school, apprenticeship, or an associate degree in a related field preferred
• Minimum 2 years of mechanical or technical experience in manufacturing or a similar industrial environment
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment
• Familiarity with conveyors, pumps, compressors, motors, gears, bearings, automated equipment, or robotics systems
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and precision instruments
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and how they interact within automated operations
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills
• Successful completion of a Technical Interview will be required as part of the application process
• Upon hire, you will be expected to remain in your department for at least 18 months before being eligible for roles in alternate departments
• Just so you know: Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non‑discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. P&G is dedicated to meeting the needs of applicants requesting an accommodation/adjustment due to a disability in order to complete the online application process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to complete our online application process, please visit our Disability Accommodation Page.

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000156109

Job Segmentation

Plant Technicians Starting Pay / Salary Range $27.70 / hour

P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.