Automation Technician

Wixon; Saint Francis (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wixon, a leading manufacturer of custom seasoning blends, is seeking an Automation Technician to optimize and maintain automated production systems. This role requires technical expertise with PLC and robotic systems. Join a progressive company that values innovation and employee development.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Educational Assistance

Onsite cafeteria with employee meal plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMI systems, and industrial controls.
• Experience with robotic systems and programming.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on automated manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment performance.
• Document maintenance activities and maintain accurate repair records.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PLC Programming

Robotic Systems

Electrical Schematics

Education

Associate’s degree in Electronic Technology

Journeyman status in related technical field

Job description

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People Operations at Wixon | HR Food Manufacturing | Strategic Collaborator and Relationship Builder

Are you a results oriented, self-motivated individual interested in a position that can make a difference within a well-respected company? Wixon is a growing and progressive manufacturer of custom seasoning blends and flavor systems. Located in St. Francis, WI, we have been blending innovation with a passion for service since 1907. We are always looking for talented individuals seeking to build a career and join the Wixon family. Wixon has an immediate opening for a Automation Technician.

This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated production equipment, including robotic systems, packaging machinery, and integrated control systems.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform preventive maintenance on automated manufacturing equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems
• Program and maintain PLC systems and HMI interfaces
• Troubleshoot and repair robotic systems and end-of-arm tooling
• Maintain and calibrate sensors, motors, and control systems
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment performance
• Assist in training personnel to operate, maintain, and the setup of production machinery and equipment
• Document maintenance activities and maintain accurate repair records (CMMS)
• Respond to emergency breakdown situations

Key Qualifications Include:

• Associate’s degree or a journeyman status in Electronic Technology - Automation, Electromechanical Maintenance Technology, Industrial Machine Repair, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMI systems, and industrial controls
• Experience with robotic systems and programming
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

Wixon offers much to its employees, including an onsite cafeteria with an employee meal plan, as well as many other competitive benefits which include: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Educational Assistance, 401(k), Profit Sharing, Company Sponsored Employee Events, Paid Vacation, Paid Personal Days and Paid Holidays. Our corporate campus in St. Francis, WI is close to both the Milwaukee airport and the restaurants, museums, theaters, galleries, and shopping in downtown Milwaukee.

Please visit our website for more company information at www.wixon.com

It is Wixon’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, or physical disability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Engineering

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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