Automation Maintenance Technician (Robotics/PLC)

Lear Corporation; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Lear Corporation in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Automation Repair Tech) to install, repair and maintain automated production equipment. You will ensure robotics, PLC-controlled systems, sensors, drives operate safely and with minimal downtime in an automotive manufacturing setting.

You will perform preventive maintenance, analyze performance, support startups and upgrades, and collaborate with production and engineering to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in the manufacturing maintenance field.
• Diagnose and repair automation, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system failures.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, robots, servo motors, VFDs, sensors, and automated production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Ability to install, configure, and test automation equipment and machine control systems.
• Knowledge of PLCs and automated control systems.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to use a computer and Microsoft Office programs

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance per schedules and standards.
• Analyze equipment performance and identify root causes of issues.
• Support equipment startups, changeovers, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve equipment-related issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair logs, and work order documentation.
• Assist with the development and implementation of process improvements to increase equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repair situations as needed.
• Foster a culture of safety awareness through correct and proper maintenance processes, procedures and actions.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting

Electrical & Mechanical

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Programming PLCs

HMI systems

Job description

Lear Corporation in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Automation Repair Tech) to install, repair and maintain automated production equipment. You will ensure robotics, PLC-controlled systems, sensors, drives operate safely and with minimal downtime in an automotive manufacturing setting.

You will perform preventive maintenance, analyze performance, support startups and upgrades, and collaborate with production and engineering to resolve issues.