Automation Technician

Kelly; Fenton (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct hire

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Transit reimbursement

Job summary

Kelly Services, in collaboration with a leading automotive manufacturer, is seeking an Automation Technician for the Fenton, MI area. This direct hire role offers permanent employment and a comprehensive benefits package from day one.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting and maintaining complex machinery, fluids, pneumatics, robotics, and control systems while supporting continuous improvements in throughput and reliability. Shifts rotate to cover 2nd and 3rd lines with OT opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related mechanical or electrical experience.
• Ability to read and understand technical materials and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment and line systems.
• Collaborate with engineering on process improvements and data-driven optimization.

Skills

Electrical & mechanical

Robotics

Pneumatics & hydraulics

RSLogix/PLC familiarity

Reading schematics

Tools proficiency

Software/hardware integration

Education

Associate’s degree in electrical/mechanical or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PLC/SRC/RS LOGIX

Robotics systems

Machining tools (lathe, mill)

Job description

Description

Kelly Services , in collaboration with a leading company in the automotive manufacturing sector, is seeking a Automation Technician in the Fenton, MI area. This is your chance to immerse yourself in cutting-edge technology, solve challenging problems, and be a vital part of our production excellence.

This is a direct hire opportunity, meaning you will be hired permanently with our client and offered their benefit and vacation package upon hire

Pay: Competitive salaries discussed in interview

Schedule:

• 2^nd^ shift: Mon-Friday: 2pm/3pm — 1030pm/1130pm OT
• 3^rd^ shift: Sun-Thursday: 10p/11p — 630am/730am OT

What You’ll Do

• Master the Machines : Perform corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on a variety of sophisticated equipment, including electronics, electrical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, software, hardware, and robotics.
• Keep Operations Smooth : Conduct preventive maintenance on production equipment, including cleaning, retooling, oil-changing, calibrating, and aligning to ensure peak performance.
• Drive Innovation : Assist in engineering studies targeting process design improvements for product throughput, first-run yields, ergonomics, tooling, equipment, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Mastery : Perform corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on various assembly, machining, and test equipment.
• Preventive Care : Conduct regular preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Engineering Collaboration : Assist in process design improvement and engineering studies to enhance overall efficiency and output.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of related mechanical or electrical experience, or an Associate’s Degree in a related field.
• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools, as well as shop equipment (lathe, mills, grinder, etc.).
• Ability to read and understand both technical and non-technical materials.
• Exceptional technical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Proficiency in computer and software applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in PLC/SRC/RS LOGIX and Ladder Logic.
• Familiarity with robotic and vision systems.
• Experience with process improvement, corrective maintenance, and preventive maintenance.
• Prior experience in a team-based management culture.

Why You Should Apply

• Competitive Pay : We reward your experience with competitive compensation.
• Direct Hire Opportunity : Secure your position with us from day one.
• Growth and Innovation : Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and innovation.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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