Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

ABB Schweiz AG; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Automation Technician on the 2nd shift, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of automation systems. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment, contributing to safety, quality, and productivity goals. Collaborate with a talented team to troubleshoot and support various automation equipment, including vision systems and PLC controls. If you're passionate about innovation and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and support factory automation systems.
• Manage multiple urgent projects while ensuring timely communication.
• Promote Lean manufacturing concepts for efficient production.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Vision Systems

SCADA

PLC Controls

Robotics

Lean Manufacturing

Communication Skills

Education

Associates degree in Controls Engineering

Mechatronics

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

Automation Equipment

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Job description

Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.Write the next chapter of your ABB story.

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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 dynamicsYou 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. #MyABBStoryWe look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABBABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdfhttps://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdfAs an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action 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 qualified individuals with a disability 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