Automation Technician

NOVARES; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVARES is seeking an Automation Technician to support and maintain automated manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced production environment. You will troubleshoot, repair, and improve robots, PLCs, and vision systems to maximize uptime.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, programming and debugging PLC/robot programs, and assisting with new equipment launches. Collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams is essential for process improvements and safe operation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Automation
• Mechatronics or Electrical Technology background
• 3+ years in troubleshooting industrial automation equipment
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen Bradley or similar)
• Experience with industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, Whittman or similar)
• Ability to read electrical schematics and drawings
• Experience with sensors, servo systems, and HMIs
• Vision inspection systems

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automation equipment including robots, PLCs, sensors, and vision systems
• Respond quickly to equipment issues to restore production
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on automated systems
• Assist with programming, debugging, and modifying PLC and robot programs
• Support equipment launches, installations, and automation improvements
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance to implement process improvements
• Document repairs, modifications, and maintenance activities
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures

Skills

Troubleshooting

Automation

Mechatronics

Electrical

PLC programming

Robotics

Vision systems

Schematic reading

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Automation

Mechatronics or Electrical Technology background

Tools

RSLogix 500/5000

Studio 5000

Robot brands experience

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Automation Technician to support and maintain automated manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced production environment. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and improving automated systems including robots, PLCs, and vision systems to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimal downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automation equipment including robots, PLCs, sensors, and vision systems
• Support production by quickly responding to equipment issues and restoring functionality
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on automated systems
• Assist with programming, debugging, and modifying PLC and robot programs
• Support new equipment launches, installations, and automation improvements
• Work with engineering and maintenance teams to identify and implement process improvements
• Document repairs, modifications, and maintenance activities
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience troubleshooting industrial automation equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen Bradley, or similar)
• Experience with industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, Whittman, or similar) preferred
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Experience with sensors, servo systems, and HMIs preferred
• Vision inspection systems

Preferred Experience

• Preferred experience with RSLogixs 500, 5000, and Studio 5000 programming
• End-of-arm tooling and robotic part handling