Automation Maintenance Technician II

Symbotic; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbotic is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician II at Manchester, PA to repair and calibrate automated systems, adapters, lifts, and robotic vehicles. You will maintain system uptime and operate CMMS documentation; act as system expert across mechanical, PLC, electrical subsystems.

The role requires at least an Associate degree or certification in electronics or automation, 3+ years of experience with mechanical automation or equivalent training, and the ability to work safely at height

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with mechanical automation systems or equivalent training.
• Experience with PLC and troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate and run automated systems.
• Proficient in following electro-mechanical diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on Automated Storage and Retrieval System components.
• Calibrate, repair, and replace system components to maintain uptime.
• Troubleshoot anomalies using diagrams and test equipment.
• Document actions, parts used, and labor in CMMS.
• Ensure safety compliance and 5S housekeeping.
• Operate and oversee automated robotic vehicles and adapters.

Skills

Mechanical automation

PLC troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical diagrams

Independent work

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree or certification in electronics/automation

Job description

Automation Maintenance Technician II

USA Manchester, PA

Time type: full time

What we need

Symboticis seeking an AutomationMaintenanceTechnicianat alllevels. As aMaintenanceTechnician, you willbe responsibleforrepairingandcalibratingour automated and robotic systems. These systems areSymbotic’sautomatedadapters,verticallifts, andSymbotic’sfleet of automated robotic vehicles. You willbe responsible forsystemupkeepand operations of automated adapters used tointerfacewiththeSymboticstructure.As theMaintenanceTechnician you willbecomethe system expert including all mechanical, PLC, electrical or electronic subsystems.

What we do

OurAutomation Maintenance Technicianteam ispart of the Customer Operations organization whichis responsible forleading the day-to-day operations ofSymbotic’srobotic material handling system. The Customer Operations organization drives operational excellence by engaging and partnering with our onsite customers to drive best-in-class quality,safetyandsystem performance.

What you’ll do

• Perform inspections on systems associated with Automated Storage and Retrieval System of automated robotic vehicles and Automated Adapters/ Lifts.

• Lead continuous operation by adjusting, calibrating, repairing,replacingormodifyingsystem components.

• Process andmonitorthe flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achievemaximumthroughput and cases per hour.

• Troubleshoot automated robotic vehicle anomalies and stoppages using schematic and wiring diagrams as well as advanced test equipment.

• Perform periodic system inspections within expected durations on all equipment and thoroughly document all actions and repairs to include parts used and labor. Ensure quality maintenance and complete documentation via the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Effective communication of production impacting problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for corrective and emergency maintenance torequiredteam members.

• Must be able to work in a dynamic environment and changecoursebased on immediate business needs.

• Cleanup of equipment and removal of replaced parts from work areas after repairs are completed.

• Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in theSymboticMatrix select system to include working in restrictive environments.

• Responsible for minor utility work such as machining holes,brackets;cuttingsteel;aligningsensors;attachingUnistrut;etc.).

• Responsible for troubleshooting, calibration, set up, and tool changes on Robotic arms.

• Responsible for continuous cleaning and adhering to 5S policies.

• Perform Cell Operator functions as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

What you’ll need

• Associatedegree and/or certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing or equivalent work experience preferred.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience with mechanical automation systems or educational/training equivalent

• Manage andleadadvanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams.

• Must be able tooperateand run Automated systems

• Experience with PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) knowledge and troubleshooting.

• Advanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams.

• Proficient in performing all Inspection functions.

• Ability to work independently of supervisor following procedures and manuals.

Our Environment

• There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure.

• You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground.

• Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit.

• If the site location isinconstruction, you willbe requiredto wear proper PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness).

• Frequent ability tosafely and efficiently lift items weighingup to 50lbs and move items weighing up to 80lbs.

• Stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours and isfrequentlyrequiredto walk and reach with hands and arms.

• The employeeis routinely required towork at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches. to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Must be capable of occasional and/or continuous feeling, seeing, hearing, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, balancing, gripping, climbing, crawling, sitting, handling objects, and repetitive movement using both hands and feet. Mustcomply withall safety requirements and protocols, including without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols.

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The base range for this position in the posted location is $25.96 - $35.96 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.