Automation Technician

Linamar Corporation; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a starting-level machine maintenance technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The position offers opportunities for career advancement and the chance to work with advanced technology in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this company provides a supportive workplace that values diversity and professional growth. If you are passionate about engineering and maintenance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Employee Benefits package

401k Program

Opportunities for career advancement

Sustainability Counsel

Community outreach initiatives

Discounts for local vendors

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in CNC and robotic repair/programming.
• Completion of a minimum 3-year Electronics Technician program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment.
• Work with engineering on design, maintenance, and inspection tasks.

Skills

CNC repair

robotic programming

Electrical Safety Code knowledge

root cause analysis

PLC programming

team collaboration

Education

Electronics Technician/Technologist Certificate

Electrician Qualification

Tools

Allen-Bradley

ControlLogix/RSLogix

Siemens S7

Fanuc

statistical analysis software

Job description

This is a starting level machine maintenance role that works alongside other maintenance technicians at various levels including journeymen. Performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on mechanical equipment, utility systems, and facility building repairs.

Performance Expectations

• Act as a plant resource for line improvements, line automation, realignment of product flow equipment and machinery in conjunction with Engineering and Maintenance.
• Work with program managers and project engineers at the APQP stage of a program start-up.
• Plan assigned work in an efficient method to minimize machine downtime while ensuring employee safety is maintained.
• Work within Quality standards, procedures, and requirements.
• Work with engineering following PPAP approval in resolving non-value-added processes.
• Assign work tasks where applicable to co-worker(s).
• Ensure work is performed in a manner that minimizes downtime.
• Have knowledge of Electrical Safety Code.
• Perform root cause analysis failure.
• Perform periodically PLC and program backup.
• Maintain updated and controlled PLC program data base.
• Work with Engineers for all phases of design, maintenance, and inspection to meet the time requirements.
• Participate in meetings with supervisors, co-workers, and employees to plan upcoming activities and to update projects.

Credentials

• Completion of a minimum 3-year program in Electronics Technician/Technologist Certificate, Electrician Qualification or equivalent working experience.
• Minimum five years’ experience in CNC and robotic repair/ programming.
• Must be willing to work towards obtaining certification of qualification for electrician.

Desired Characteristics

• Understanding of electrical/electronic schematic diagrams, blueprints, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of advanced PLC programming including Allen-Bradley, ControlLogix/RSLogix, Siemens S7, Fanuc.
• Basic knowledge of computer networking, Ethernet connections, TCP/IP protocol. Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing, and machining.
• Ability to refer to quality specification forms to verify that products comply with required standards. Ability to evaluate condition of new and damaged mechanical equipment and make recommendations for repair or replacement.
• Ability to work in teams that include engineers, machinists, and architects to provide technical support and services to engineers.
• Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• 401k Program
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community-based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

Hours of work:

1st shift - 6am - 2:30pm

2nd shift - 2:00pm - 10:30pm

3rd shift - 10:00pm to 6:30am

Shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 10619
• Job Category Operation
• Posting Date 03/13/2025, 05:07 PM