Automation Technician

Bluewater Hayes Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluewater Hayes Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking Automation and Controls Technicians to join a leading manufacturing team. The role involves advanced automation troubleshooting, gauge and instrumentation calibration, machine programming, and opportunities to work with PLCs and problem diagnosis.

This is a first shift opportunity. You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance to optimize equipment performance and ensure efficient operation in a high-volume,

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 2+ years in automated manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to metals manufacturing and robotics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automation systems and perform advanced diagnostics.
• Calibrate gauges and instrumentation on production equipment.
• Program machines and work with PLCs to optimize performance.
• Foster safety, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Robotic programming (Fanuc)

Safety culture

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Our client is a large, privately held firm in the Greater Grand Rapids area. They are an industry-leader in manufacturing residential and commercial products and are looking for Automation and Controls Technicians to join their team and make an immediate impact! The Engineering Technicians will be responsible for advanced automation troubleshooting, gauge and instrumentation calibration, machine programming, and opportunities to work with PLC's and problem diagnosis. This is a first shift opportunity!

This role will:

Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance, monitoring equipment performance and adjusting setups, calibrations, and alignments on production equipment to ensure production equipment is running as efficiently as possible.

Desired skills, education, and experience:

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing); or Equivalent Professional Experience
• 2+ years of experience, with exposure to Automated Manufacturing, ideally in metals manufacturing (machining, welding, heat treating, coating, et cetera); Robotic Programming (Fanuc)
• High-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment preferred;
• Ability to create a culture of safety, collaboration/teamwork, accountability, and trust.

Why Join Them?

• Work for a stable, industry-leading manufacturer investing in cutting-edge automation
• Be part of a collaborative team that values technical skill and problem-solving
• Enjoy strong career growth opportunities within a large, privately held organization