Automation Technician

ZipRecruiter; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in North Carolina is seeking a skilled technician to maintain and repair equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with welding, and the ability to work independently. This role offers a diverse working environment and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

401(k)

Vacation

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
• Acquire extensive knowledge of electronics and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
• Document repair and maintenance activities.
• Train others on job duties.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication

Basic Computer Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MIG Welding

TIG Welding

Drill Press

Lathe

Milling Machine

Surface Grinder

Job description

Job Description

Maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and systems, resolving all problems.

Design and implement basic modifications to resolve machine problems.

Dismantle, inspect, and overhaul equipment, as required by preventive maintenance programs and production schedules.

Document repair and maintenance activities and quality checks.

Participate in new equipment design.

Train others on job duties, including outside molders.

Perform daily systems checks to verify all quality checks are working properly.

Perform required housekeeping, keeping all storage areas organized.

Continuously maintain and advance skill levels by attending seminars and vendor training, keeping up with current and future automation technologies.

Set up new equipment.

Build crates for equipment relocation.

Perform conversions on assembly, lining, and closing machines.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
• Acquire extensive knowledge of electronics, programmable logic controllers, pneumatics, and vision systems through technical college courses and supplier seminars.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, as measured by STM testing.
• Proficiency in machining and fabrication, including MIG and TIG welding, drill press, lathe, milling machine, and surface grinder operation.
• Ability to work from mechanical prints and electrical schematics.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues at all organizational levels.
• Completion of fork truck training and safe operation of fork trucks.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Non-Mandatory Job Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer operation skills with current software and operating systems.

What We Offer

• An exciting, diverse, and value-based working environment.
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Opportunity to contribute to local communities.
• Outstanding benefits package including 401(k), vacation, medical, dental, vision, maternity/paternity leave, life insurance for employees and dependents, LTD, STD, flex spending, pet care, auto & home insurance, critical illness, and wellness programs.