Automation Technician 1, 1st Shift

Dee Zee, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Dee Zee, Inc. in Des Moines, IA is seeking an Automation Technician 1 for the 1st shift to support production through set-up, testing, and maintenance of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems.

The role requires PLC and HMI programming, electronics knowledge, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. You will document maintenance logs and collaborate with the operations team to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience with industrial/robotic control systems.
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming.
• Knowledge of electronics, pneumatics, and mechanical assembly.
• Associate Degree in engineering or robotics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, test, and maintain control systems and robotic equipment.
• Install process control equipment and calibrate.
• Interpret blueprints and manuals to install equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial machines.
• Maintain equipment logs and service records.

Education

Associate Degree in Industrial Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Robotics Technology

Job description

Automation Technician 1, 1st Shift# Careers## Automation Technician 1, 1st ShiftApply: Des Moines: Full time: Posted 30 Days Ago: REQ00456# Position Summary:The Automation Technician 1 is responsible for set-up and maintenance of all electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems on equipment used in the production process. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions. Must be willing and able to work in an environment exposed to elements that can include but are not limited to coolant, dust, mist, elevated noise and uncontrolled temperatures.# Accountabilities:* Perform installation of process control and robotic equipment.* Perform update modifications, preventative maintenance and periodic performance checks.* Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.* Study blueprints, schematics, manuals or other specifications to determine installation procedures.* Trouble shoot, repair, adjust or calibrate industrial machines.* Calibrate testing instruments and installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications.* Examine work orders and converse with equipment operators to detect equipment problems and to ascertain whether mechanical or human errors contributed to the problems.* Interact with all levels of the operational team.* Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations or tests.* Maintain service records of the control devices and automated equipment, repairing when needed.# Qualifications:* 1+ year experience with industrial control systems and/or robotic control systems.* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.* Experience in PLC and HMI programming.* Knowledge of electronics.* Knowledge of pneumatics and mechanical assembly preferred.* Machining experience preferred.* Must demonstrate computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.* Associate Degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Robotics Technology preferred.### About Us!Dee Zee has been manufacturing components and accessories in Central Iowa since 1977.We’ve challenged the status quo through continuous improvement, innovation, technology, and our dedicated workforce. Our core values guide us toward the common goal of producing the highest quality products for our customers through teamwork and collaboration. We invest in our employee’s growth through coaching, training, tuition reimbursement, and technology to ensure they are successful.Dee Zee is ready to welcome you to the team!