Automation & Robotics Maintenance Technician

Newell Brands; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated material handling equipment in our facility in Neosho, MO. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, support automation technologies, and partner with operations to maximize uptime and safety.

The role requires 3–5+ years in a warehouse or distribution environment, experience with PLCs, sensors, and CMMS, and a collaborative approach to continuous

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or industrial maintenance certification preferred.
• 3–5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in warehouse/manufacturing/automated distribution.
• Experience troubleshooting conveyor systems, motors, drives, sensors, and electrical controls.
• Proficient with PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred) and HMI systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated material handling systems, conveyors, sortation equipment, and robotics.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose issues with sensors, motors, VFDs, photo eyes, barcode scanners, and other automation components.
• Assist with PLC troubleshooting and work with controls specialists to resolve automation issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on forklifts, pallet jacks, yard trucks, AGV’s and other powered industrial equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document repairs using the maintenance management system.
• Respond quickly to equipment failures to minimize operational downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify equipment concerns and recommend improvements to increase system reliability.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Support facility maintenance, including lighting, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems as needed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, lockout/tagout, and all company safety policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work scheduled hours, including overtime and on-call support as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or industrial maintenance certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI systems

CMMS software

Job description

Newell Brands is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated material handling equipment in our facility in Neosho, MO. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, support automation technologies, and partner with operations to maximize uptime and safety.

The role requires 3–5+ years in a warehouse or distribution environment, experience with PLCs, sensors, and CMMS, and a collaborative approach to continuous