Automation Support

Reynolds Consumer Products; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reynolds Consumer Products in South Boston, VA is seeking an Automation Support professional for our manufacturing plant. The role starts up, troubleshoots, and restores automated production lines to meet daily targets while supporting safe, high‑quality operations.

You will adjust equipment settings, complete changeovers, and work with maintenance and production teams to maximize uptime and output. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED; electronics or robotics experience and basic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in electronics or robotics preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new programs.

Responsibilities

• Start up, respond to, troubleshoot and restore flow on automated lines.
• Adjust settings to maintain quality and maximize daily output.
• Complete changeovers for automation and machine automation.
• Maintain budgeted line speed and document production accurately.

Skills

Electronics knowledge

Robotics experience

Troubleshooting ability

Automation knowledge

Team collaboration

Safety and quality focus

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We are passionate about achieving results and have fun winning as a team!

We currently have an opportunity for a Automation Support at our Manufacturing Plant in South Boston, VA.

DAY SHIFT HOURS

12pm - 12am

(12 Hour Shift)

Responsibilities

The Automation Support position supports manufacturing operations by starting up, troubleshooting, and restoring automated production lines to maintain efficient operations and meet daily production targets. This role adjusts automated equipment settings to achieve product quality standards, maintain budgeted line speeds, and minimize downtime. The position contributes to safe and reliable manufacturing performance by supporting automation processes, completing machine changeovers, and maintaining accurate production documentation. Through collaboration with production and maintenance teams, this position helps maximize operational efficiency, product quality, and manufacturing output.

You Will Have the Opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

Automation Operations

• Start up, respond, troubleshoot and restore flow on automated lines.
• Adjust settings to ensure quality standards are achieved and maximum daily output is met.
• Complete change over automation and machine automation.

Production Performance

• Maintain budgeted line speed and ensure product quality with minimal downtime.
• Ensure accuracy of production documents.

You Will Love It Here If…

• You put safety first, always
• You listen, learn, and evolve
• You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
• You treat all people with respect, operating ethically, and embrace inclusivity
• You are committed to improving our impact on local communities

Requirements

Education/Experience

Required

• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred

• Experience in electronics or robotics.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new programs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of electronics and robotics.
• Ability to troubleshoot automated production equipment.
• Ability to support automated manufacturing operations.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and product quality.

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Responds promptly to equipment issues and takes appropriate action to restore reliable operations.
• Instills Trust – Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and commitment to safe work practices.
• Collaborates – Works effectively with production work teams and maintenance colleagues to resolve equipment problems.
• Communicates Effectively – Shares relevant information clearly to support coordinated troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
• Manages Complexity – Addresses mechanical equipment problems by evaluating multiple factors and determining practical solutions.
• Ensures Accountability – Takes ownership for completing assigned mechanical support and repair activities safely and effectively.

Pay Range

USD $25.88 - USD $25.88 /H

No unsolicited recruiter or agency inquiries, please.

RCP affords equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, sex, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, national origin, genetics, genetic information, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. RCP conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.