Automation Process Technician

Schaefer's Electrical Enclosures; Scott City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaefer's Electrical Enclosures in Scott City, Missouri seeks a Process Technician to sustain and improve manufacturing processes, minimizing downtime and boosting efficiency. The role focuses on automation, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with Process Engineers to deliver reliable production results.

Responsibilities include programming PLCs and HMIs, performing regular maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and training staff to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in a production environment with automation technology.
• Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain critical equipment to optimize manufacturing processes, increase throughput, and reduce downtime.
• Test and troubleshoot systems to identify and resolve issues with minimal production disruption.
• Perform preventative maintenance, calibration, and repairs on equipment for safety and quality compliance.
• Identify root causes of equipment malfunctions and communicate with Engineering or maintenance teams.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, robots, and other automation equipment.
• Set up tooling and integrate into machines through software.
• Assist with machine commissioning, programming, and training.
• Provide training and technical support to production staff.
• Maintain documentation of equipment including schematics and manuals; support knowledge transfer.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI configuration

Robotics

Automation equipment

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Ladder logic

Structured text

C/C++

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Engineering/ Robotics related field

Tools

PLC systems

HMI systems

Job description

Schaefer's Electrical Enclosures in Scott City, Missouri seeks a Process Technician to sustain and improve manufacturing processes, minimizing downtime and boosting efficiency. The role focuses on automation, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with Process Engineers to deliver reliable production results.

Responsibilities include programming PLCs and HMIs, performing regular maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and training staff to support continuous improvement initiatives.