Automation Technician- Customization

Procter & Gamble; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Procter & Gamble in Dayton, OH is hiring technically skilled technicians for the ALPS department. The role focuses on reducing downtime, troubleshooting mechanical systems, and implementing improvements to deliver high-quality products on time.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with two years of technical manufacturing experience. The position offers rotating shifts, weekend/holiday overtime, and opportunities for growth within the equipment area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED & 2-years of technical experience in manufacturing or like industry preferred
• Applied mechanical skills in an industrial environment
• Knowledgeable about different types of machinery and equipment commonly used in manufacturing including engines, pumps, compressors, conveyors, gears, bearings, and other mechanical components; understand principles and operation to diagnose problems and perform maintenance or repairs
• Proficiency in using a wide range of tools and instruments including hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and precision instruments for disassembly, assembly, measurement, alignment, and testing
• System integration: understanding how components interact within a larger system including control mechanisms, automation, and interconnections with electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems
• Strong technical troubleshooting, problem-solving, issue resolution, and root cause analysis for mechanical issues
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Reduce equipment downtime and troubleshoot mechanical issues
• Drive continuous improvement projects to improve quality and reduce costs
• Develop processes to improve area performance
• Opportunity to become equipment area owners

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Precision instruments

Job description

Job Location

DYMC DAYTON MIX CENTER

Job Description

• Updated Job Description as of 5/08/2026

Work Hours

Able to work 8 hour shifts, shifts could vary.

Rotating Shift- 1-1-1-2 Monday-Friday (1st shift 6a-2:30p, and 2nd shift 2p-10:30p)

Straight Second Shift- 2p-10:30p Monday-Friday

Straight Third Shift- 10p-6:30a Sunday-Thursday

Flexibility

Technicians may work rotating shifts.

Overtime

Overtime may be required on weekends and/or holidays.

Mechanically skilled technicians are being hired as skilled members of our warehouse operations teams. Mechanically skilled technicians are responsible for reducing equipment downtime, troubleshooting mechanical and systematic issues, eliminating defects, and building technical mastery. They focus on initiating and implementing continuous improvement projects with the goal of delivering the best product, at the lowest cost, with the highest quality, on time every time, and in a safe environment. They have mechanical technical mastery in order to successfully troubleshoot problems and to proactively improve production systems. Mechanically skilled technicians have the opportunity to become equipment area owners. This could involve creating processes and designs to improve their areas’ performance.

Job Qualifications

Requirements to Apply:

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED & 2-years of technical experience in manufacturing or like industry preferred
• Applied mechanical skills in an industrial environment
• Should be knowledgeable about different types of machinery and equipment commonly used in manufacturing including various types of engines, pumps, compressors, conveyors, gears, bearings, and other mechanical components. Understanding the working principles, construction, and operational characteristics of these systems enables technicians to diagnose problems and perform maintenance or repairs.
• Proficiency in using a wide range of tools and instruments is essential for a mechanical technician. They should be well-versed in the use of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and precision instruments for tasks such as disassembly, assembly, measurement, alignment, and testing.
• System Integration: In addition to understanding individual components, a mechanical technician should have a grasp of how various components interact within a larger system. This includes knowledge of system integration, control mechanisms, automation, and interconnections with electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems. Understanding system behavior and interdependence is crucial for effective troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Strong technical troubleshooting, problem-solving, issue resolution, and root cause analysis for mechanical issues
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills

Successful completion of a Technical Interview will be required as part of the application process. Upon hire, you will be expected to remain in the ALPS department for at least 18 months before being eligible for roles in alternate departments.

Just so you know

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status or any other legally protected factor.

Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. For more information regarding who is eligible for hire at P&G along with other work authorization FAQ’s,

Procter & Gamble participates in e-verify as required by law.

Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000151157

Job Segmentation

Plant Technicians

Starting Pay / Salary Range

$22.95 / hour