Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

ABB Ventures; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Ventures seeks an Automation Technician for the 2nd shift at its New Berlin location. This role focuses on troubleshooting automation systems, supporting production goals, and fostering Lean manufacturing practices. Ideal candidates should have over two years of experience in related fields and familiarity with automation technologies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Controls, Systems, and/or Automation.
• Familiarity with vision systems and robotics.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and support the factory’s automation systems.
• Manage multiple urgent projects while ensuring timely communication.
• Promote Lean manufacturing concepts to improve production efficiency.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

Education

Associates degree in Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Programmable Logic Controls

Vision Systems

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Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

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This position reports to

Automation Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role you will be the first line of defense for line-down situations relating to automation at the US Motion Headquarters, in New Berlin, WI, ensuring a positive impact to safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. You will report to the Automation Manager and be instrumental in deploying, troubleshooting, and supporting automation field devices. The work model for the role is onsite. This role is contributing to the Motion Drive Products division in New Berlin, WI. You will be mainly accountable for: -Troubleshoot and support the factory’s Vision Systems, SCADA, PLC Controls, Conveyor Automation, Digital Torque Systems, Robotics, and related equipment. -Sustain a plant-wide SCADA network to provide connectivity and control to field devices, familiarity with computers and various software application will be necessary. -Contribute towards the create of safe automation practices while also delivering the desired productivity and quality output. -Manage multiple, urgent and critical projects, timelines and priorities while ensuring timely communication to all parties involved. -Promote Lean manufacturing concepts to ensure efficient production practices. Our team dynamics You will join a dynamic, talented, high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications For The Role

• 2+ years of experience in the field of Controls, Systems, and/or Automation.
• Ability to work on second shift which is from 2:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.
• Familiarity with vision systems, digital torque systems, programmable logic controls, robotics, and other automation equipment.
• Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills, self-motivated, customer oriented, multi-tasking, having stress management capability
• Good verbal and written communications skills in English
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Associates degree in Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering/science field
  
  

More about us

ABB Drive Products serves the industries and infrastructure segments with world-class drives and programmable logic controllers (PLC). With its products, global scale and local presence, the Division helps customers to improve energy efficiency, productivity and safety. We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762. Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. MyBenefitsABB.com

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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