Automation Maintenance Technician: PLC, Servo & Robotics

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissin Foods USA in Spartanburg, SC is seeking an Automation Technician to modify, repair, maintain, and support machinery and equipment. Duties include electrical and mechanical repairs, PLC/HMI programming, and robotics integration on production lines to ensure safe, compliant, high-quality noodle production.

The role requires knowledge of PLC software (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Yaskawa), IIoT and network basics, and the ability to work with vendors on projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering is desired; or 5 years’ minimum experience in similar position.
• Experience with high volume, fully or semi-automatic production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.

Responsibilities

• Electrical troubleshooting and repair of production machinery/equipment.
• Maintaining equipment schematics for equipment up-to-date when modifications are performed.
• Assist in implementation of automated industrial assembly machines and production lines utilizing robotics, linear motion components, conveyors.
• Keep library of PLC and other devices of back up programs, including an organized library of modified items and updates.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Provide support to other mechanic/electricians and coordinate with contractors on projects.
• Ensure safety devices and guards are operating correctly.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robotics integration

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Yaskawa PLC

HMI software

ACAD

Job description

Nissin Foods USA in Spartanburg, SC is seeking an Automation Technician to modify, repair, maintain, and support machinery and equipment. Duties include electrical and mechanical repairs, PLC/HMI programming, and robotics integration on production lines to ensure safe, compliant, high-quality noodle production.

The role requires knowledge of PLC software (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Yaskawa), IIoT and network basics, and the ability to work with vendors on projects.