Automation Technician - 3rd Shift & Growth Benefits

Jack Link's Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A passionate team

Strong family values

Career opportunities with growth from内

Competitive pay including a bonus plan

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Discounted product

Job summary

Jack Link’s Inc. is seeking a Maintenance – Automation Technician to ensure all automated machines run efficiently and safely. The role involves troubleshooting, stopping production when required, and applying extensive knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, systems, and PLCs.

The position emphasizes adherence to GMP/HACCP SOPs, documentation, and continuous improvement of equipment performance. This is a hands-on role in a manufacturing plant with travel between facilities possible.

Qualifications

• Some college level training in Electronics Technology or similar
• Associate degree in related technology field preferred
• 1 year of experience in a distribution center
• 1 year of training experience or a combination of education and experience
• ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) experience

Responsibilities

• Load product into machines for startup readiness
• Set up lines correctly
• Ensure cartoner, case erector, and robotic palletizer operate effectively
• Follow GMP and HACCP training and SOPs
• Manage start-up to ensure equipment is in proper operating condition
• Perform start-of-shift checks and document product changes
• Move and install plant machinery and equipment as needed
• Conduct preventative maintenance as scheduled
• Provide detailed troubleshooting and repair descriptions on a PC-based system
• Utilize pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Some college electronics technology training

Associate degree in related technology

Tools

ASRS

Job description

Jack Link’s Inc. is seeking a Maintenance – Automation Technician to ensure all automated machines run efficiently and safely. The role involves troubleshooting, stopping production when required, and applying extensive knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, systems, and PLCs.

The position emphasizes adherence to GMP/HACCP SOPs, documentation, and continuous improvement of equipment performance. This is a hands-on role in a manufacturing plant with travel between facilities possible.