Automation Technician

Georg Fischer; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg Fischer in Shawnee, KS is seeking a maintenance technician to read blueprints, set up automation for specific jobs, and recalibrate equipment. You will troubleshoot PLCs, perform routine diagnostics, and support ISO 9001/14001 and OSHAS 18001 compliance while maintaining 5S standards.

The role requires practical hands-on skills with tools and gauges, attention to safety, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints for job setup and maintenance.
• Follow ISO documentation and maintain safety standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow all company policies and procedures.
• Adhere to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OSHAS 18001 requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Set up automation for specific jobs, change tooling, and recalibrate equipment.
• Program PLCs, ladder logic, and troubleshoot.
• Perform routine diagnostics and repair automated systems.
• Maintain 5S standards in the department.
• Communicate clearly with coworkers and management.
• Work overtime as needed and maintain safe working environment.

Skills

Hazard communication program

Identify malfunctions

Computer and electronics skills

Troubleshooting across mechanical/er

Fanuc systems understanding

Blueprint reading

Material identification

Tool and gauge selection

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Gauges

Measuring instruments

Job description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Required to understand and follow all company policies and procedures
• Adhere to all ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental, and OSHAS 18001 certification requirements
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Set up all automation for specific jobs as required. This requires changing out all tooling and recalibrating equipment
• Understanding and experience with programming for PLCs, ladder logic programs and troubleshooting
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs, repairs and troubleshooting for automation equipment
• Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs
• Required to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures
• Required to understand and follow work procedures as set forth by all ISO documentation
• Must be able to communicate clearly with co-workers, Team Lead, supervisors and management
• Maintain all 5S standards throughout the department on a daily basis
• Requires regular attendance per the schedule assigned by supervisor
• Assure the safe working environment for self and coworkers
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• A thorough understanding of the hazard communication program
• Must be able to identify and report malfunctions of the equipment
• Computer and electronics skills; ability to with hand tools and various instruments
• ABroad-based knowledge in order to successfully troubleshoot, diagnose, and solve problems that relate to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, etc
• An good understanding of fanuc systems or equivalent systems
• Must be able to concentrate for extended periods of time
• Must be able to read, understand blueprints and apply understanding to the task
• Must have understanding and be able identify the different material used in the department
• Must be capable of selecting the proper tools and gauges required for the products produced

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, desired

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Typical Office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production areas
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. in a safe manner
• Clarity of vision and the ability to focus on a fast and repetitious operation for extended period of time
• Exposure to chips and dust (eye protection required)
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion. Examples: walking, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods of time
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical moving parts
• Must be capable of maintaining a 40-hour workweek and working overtime as needed