Automation Technician

Teknor Apex Company; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Teknor Apex Company in Rhode Island is seeking a maintenance technician to monitor and service automated production equipment. You will perform routine inspections, carry out preventative maintenance, troubleshoot simple issues, and replace worn parts.

This role supports production schedules and safety standards in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and basic mechanical aptitude, can read instructions, use hand tools and measuring devices, and lift

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial setting preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and equipment manuals.
• Willingness to learn automated equipment operation.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve simple mechanical and operational issues.
• Replace worn or damaged mechanical components as needed.
• Respond to machine alarms by following established procedures and escalating issues when necessary.
• Perform machine changeovers and adjustments according to production schedules.
• Maintain accurate production and maintenance records.
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Work with maintenance and production teams to minimize equipment downtime.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring devices

Job description

• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve simple mechanical and operational issues.
• Replace worn or damaged mechanical components as needed.
• Respond to machine alarms by following established procedures and escalating issues when necessary.
• Perform machine changeovers and adjustments according to production schedules.
• Maintain accurate production and maintenance records.
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Work with maintenance and production teams to minimize equipment downtime.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor automated production equipment during operation.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve simple mechanical and operational issues.
• Replace worn or damaged mechanical components as needed.
• Respond to machine alarms by following established procedures and escalating issues when necessary.
• Perform machine changeovers and adjustments according to production schedules.
• Maintain accurate production and maintenance records.
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Work with maintenance and production teams to minimize equipment downtime.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to use common hand tools and basic measuring devices.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and equipment manuals.
• Willingness to learn automated equipment operation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Preferred Experience

• Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment.
• Mechanical maintenance or machine operation experience.
• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing environment requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production needs.