Automation Technician

US_ORB_4000 ORBIS Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Menasha Corporation is seeking an Automation Technician to design, build, maintain and improve automation equipment supporting production and warehousing in a safe environment. The role includes programming robots, maintaining schemes and EOATs, and coordinating with outside contractors for new projects.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of vocational experience, with a preferred vocational or technical degree and 2–5 years in plastics or fabrication settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years vocational experience required.
• Vocational or technical degree with 2+ years experience preferred.
• 2–5 years of relevant work experience in plastics or fabrication environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair automation and mechanical equipment for consistent production.
• Program, design and run diagnostics on robots.
• Maintain programs, drawings, schematics and cables related to automation.
• Gather quotes on labor and materials for outside contractors for new projects.
• Improve and build tools/equipment to maintain a safe, efficient workplace.
• Train coworkers on EOATs and programming; lead shifts on automation issues.
• Work safely with PPE and STW documentation; follow training techniques.
• Participate in CI, 5S and STW activities; promote continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Robot programming

Maintenance

Diagnostics

Education

Vocational training

Technical degree

Job description

About Us

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies. Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting‑edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here. Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

Design, build, maintain and improve all automation equipment to accommodate production and warehousing in a safe working atmosphere.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Maintain, troubleshoot and repair all automation and mechanical equipment for consistent production.
2. Program, design and run diagnostics on robots.
3. Maintain programs, drawings, schematics, cables, etc. relative to automation.
4. Gather quotes on labor and materials for work performed by outside contractors with regards to new projects.
5. Continuously improve, design and build tools and equipment needed to maintain a safe and efficient working atmosphere.
6. Train co-workers on new or modified EOAT’s and programming; provide leadership to all shifts regarding issues with automation.
7. Work in a safe and efficient manner using all personal protective, safety equipment and devices that are required, in accordance with all STW documentation (if STW is not developed for any process within this job, proper training techniques must be followed).
8. Be actively involved in Continuous Improvement; promote and sustain any and all CI, 5S and STW activities.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Level Required: Minimum 2 years vocational experience

Level Desired: Vocational or Technical Degree, 2 years experience

Work Experience Required

• 2-5 years of relevant work experience
• 2-5 years of experience in a plastics or fabrication environment

About the Company

Two companies, one vision. Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe. Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online. Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over‑the‑counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries. Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Culture

Our culture, based on a history of family ownership, encourages employees to create, collaborate, support communities, and build meaningful careers. We believe there’s strength in diversity and that our people are the power behind possible. Equity, inclusion and diversity, workplace safety, and sustainability are values that are woven into the fabric of everything we do.

Equal Opportunity

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.