Automation Technician

Express Employment International; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an Automation Technician to manage the installation and programming of electrical and pneumatic control systems. The role focuses on ensuring optimal performance through effective PLC programming and collaboration with team members. This full-time position emphasizes continuous improvement and efficient inventory management.

Qualifications

• Experience in installation and troubleshooting of automation equipment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install and modify electrical and pneumatic control systems.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC code.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement SOPs.

Skills

PLC Programming

Electrical Control Systems

Pneumatic Control Systems

Inventory Management

Continuous Improvement

Collaboration

Job description

Position Overview

The Automation Technician is responsible for the installation, programming, modification, and troubleshooting of electrical and pneumatic control systems for automation equipment. This role ensures optimal system performance by adhering to schematics and implementing effective PLC programming.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Electrical and Pneumatic Control Systems

• Install electrical control and HMI enclosures onto equipment in accordance with drawings.
• Pre-wire and install electrical control components onto panels as per electrical schematics.
• Assemble and install pneumatic control components onto panels following pneumatic schematics.

Final Connections

• Land electrical connections from control enclosures to process sensors, safety components, solenoids, and other electrical components as per schematics.
• Connect air lines from the pneumatic control panel to sensors, actuators, blowoffs, and other pneumatic components according to schematics.

PLC Programming

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC code to meet functional, quality, and safety requirements.

Inventory Management

• Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels of common components for timely installations.
• Identify and reduce excess and obsolete inventory; coordinate quarterly reviews with relevant departments.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in developing and implementing SOPs, policies, and practices.
• Implement initiatives to enhance efficiency, safety, and organization.

Collaboration and Communication

• Communicate effectively with team members and the Automation Manager to ensure policy alignment.
• Participate in regular meetings to review timelines, inventory, performance, and address issues.

Other Duties

• Ensure documentation reflects current equipment status and industry standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting