Automation & Robotics Technician

rehrig; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehrig Pacific is seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing operations, focusing on safety, process improvement, and automation. The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving and collaboration across departments to ensure efficient production and reliable automation.

The technician will work with robotics, PLCs, and new technologies to reduce cycle times and improve equipment performance, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering or technical degree required or preferred.
• Experience with automation, robotics, and manufacturing systems.
• Ability to read engineering prints and schematics.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Support plant operations by implementing automation and new equipment.
• Perform efficient changeovers and programming during product changes.
• Implement collaborative robots and automation to reduce labor dependency and risk.
• Troubleshoot robotic and automation problems during production.
• Design, improve, and maintain automation work cells using mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic skills.
• Support safety initiatives and plant safety policies.

Skills

Automation & robotics

Project management

Root cause analysis

Technical communication

MS Office

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Technical degree or Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

PLC programming

Reading prints

Job description

Rehrig Pacific is seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing operations, focusing on safety, process improvement, and automation. The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving and collaboration across departments to ensure efficient production and reliable automation.

The technician will work with robotics, PLCs, and new technologies to reduce cycle times and improve equipment performance, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and adherence to safety standards.