Automation Technician

foxconnggroup; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn Assembly, LLC, based in Houston, TX, seeks an Automation Technician to support and program automated manufacturing equipment. You will set up robotics, controllers, EOAT, and conveyors, and perform preventive maintenance to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires 1–2 years in robotic equipment or automated production systems, plus a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a vocational certificate.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of robotic equipment or automated production systems in manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Manufacturing, Robotics, Mechanical, or Electrical) or vocational certificate.
• Ability to perform physical tasks on the manufacturing floor (squatting, bending, reaching, standing).

Responsibilities

• Initial setup of new automation equipment, including PLCs, robot controllers, EOAT and conveyors.
• Troubleshoot and repair automation equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance on robotic and automated production systems.
• Maintain spare parts inventory for quick-turn repairs.
• Program automated equipment to perform tasks as required.
• Keep accurate service records of all automation equipment.

Skills

Robot programming

Equipment troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Strong manual dexterity

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Manufacturing, Robotics, Mechanical, or Electrical)

Technical certificate (Vocational/Technical)

Tools

Programmable controllers

Robot controllers

End of arm tooling

Automated placement machines

Conveyors

Job description

This position is responsible to support the automated manufacturing equipment in the facility. This responsibility includes, set up and programming of the equipment as well as preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring the equipment performs in the most efficient and effective way possible.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initial set up of new automation equipment, including programmable controllers, robot controllers, end of arm tools, automated placement machines, and conveyors.
• Troubleshoot and repair automation equipment to avoid or minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventative maintenance on robotic equipment and automated production systems.
• Maintain spare parts inventory to enable quick-turn repair of any automation equipment to avoid down time.
• Program automated equipment to perform desired tasks.
• Maintain accurate service records of all automation equipment.
• Will be required to perform physical work on the manufacturing floor, this may mean frequent squatting, bending, reaching, or standing to gain access to the equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Manufacturing, Robotics, Mechanical, or Electrical).
• A certificate from a Vocational/Technical School is also acceptable.
• 1-2 years of robotic equipment or automated production systems in a manufacturing environment.

Foxconn Assembly, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Foxconn Assembly, LLC 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.