Automation Technician II

CHEP; Livonia (MI); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401K with company match

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Childcare assistance

Profit sharing

Zusammenfassung

CHEP is seeking an Automation Technician II for the Livonia, MI facility. The role focuses on hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of plant pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLC-controlled systems.

You will document work orders, drive process improvements, and support safety and reliability goals. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in industrial maintenance, strong schematic skills, and PLC/robotics experience.

Qualifikationen

• 5-7 years of experience in industrial machine maintenance.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical schematics and drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for PLCs, motors, sensors, and drives.
• Willing to work non-traditional hours with on-call availability.
• Desire to lead teams and participate in safety programs.

Aufgaben

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical systems including PLCs.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical failures in plant equipment such as conveyors and pallets handling machines.
• Document work orders and maintenance activities in the CMMS accurately and timely.
• Support reliability initiatives through root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Participate in health, safety, and environmental programs and risk assessments.
• Assist with scheduling maintenance tasks and training of junior technicians.

Kenntnisse

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC programming

Robotics experience

Safety procedures

Ausbildung

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

RSLogix 5000

Ethernet/IP

VFDs

HMI operation

Jobbeschreibung

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model .Job DescriptionIf you’re a hands on automation professional who thrives on troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and collaboration, this Automation Technician II role offers the chance to support cutting edge automated systems while advancing your career with a global industry leader. CHEP is looking for a motivated Automation Technician II on 1st Shift to join our team in Livonia, MI!Key Responsibilities May Include:Perform proactive and reactive maintenance activities with a multi-skilled approach, ensuring strict adherence to health and safety protocols at all times.Support the site’s reliability initiatives by identifying failure modes, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to improve equipment performance.Assist in scheduling and executing maintenance tasks, ensuring proper documentation of work orders and tasks to maintain accurate maintenance records.Actively seek opportunities to improve maintenance processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and contributing to overall plant performance.Conduct risk assessments for all tasks using site-specific or dynamic risk assessment procedures to ensure the safety of both equipment and personnel.Prioritize employee health and safety, product quality, and environmental protection in all maintenance activities, ensuring all efforts contribute to improved plant performance and reliability.What You Will DoKey Accountabilities:Responsible for hands on maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of all plant pneumatics, hydraulics, and electric systems including program logic control (PLC) systems controls machine network devices (EthernetIP Network). The Automation Technician will diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical failures in all plant manufacturing equipment. This includes, but is not limited to, conveyers, process pallet handling machines, dismantling, painting and stencilling systemsResponsible for hands on maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of all process hand tools, such as pneumatic or electric reciprocating saws and nail gunsPerforms minor unscheduled maintenance and repair on trucking equipment such as forklifts and yard shuttle trucksThe Automation Technician is responsible for accurate and timely documentation of performance and processes as required by local and regional leadership. The Automation Technician will schedule, execute and properly document work orders within the corporate Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)The Automation Technician will accurately complete additional scheduling and repair material documentation and reporting as required. Active participation in machine process and design improvement forums is required. The Automation Technician will identify and drive equipment process optimization. The Automation Technician will provide training, coaching and mentoring on use and repair of industrial production equipmentAutomation Technician will participate in health and safety programs including council or committee meetings, OSHA and corporate mandated training, certification and recertificationBasic use of welding/cutting equipmentAnd any other duties as assignedWhat You Will BringQualificationsMechanically inclined – Knowledge of and demonstrable ability to use common mechanics toolsWilling to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends and holidays with on-call availabilityAssociate’s degree preferredAbility to stand and walk on concrete floors for up to 12 hours and lift 75 poundsAdvanced skills in reading and using mechanical and electrical schematics for troubleshootingAbility to use an electrical Multimeter for troubleshootingUnderstanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial pneumatic and hydraulic system components, such as pumps, valves, cylinders, motors and solenoidsUnderstanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical system components such as motors, variable AC drives, PLCs, and field sensorsAdvanced PLC skills including use of programming techniquesUnderstanding of industrial air compressors and peripheral components such as, dryers, water separators and automatic bleed offWilling to travel up to 35% of the timeExperience5-7 years of experience in industrial machine maintenanceKnowledge of HMI operation and troubleshootingProven track record of production machine maintenance and repair successHistory of effectively leading teamsDemonstrated success handling multiple high priority projects, in addition to normal responsibilitiesSkills and KnowledgeElectrical:Control panels and power cabinetsAbility to read electrical drawings3 phase 480-volt power systemsElectrical MotorsVariable Frequency Drives (VFD)Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems and troubleshootingRockwell Automation Compact Logic (RSLogix 5000)Ethernet IP networks, EthernetIP on machine devices and VFDsYaskawa, Fanuc or Kuka robot experienceMechanical Knowledge:Chain Drive Live Roller Conveyor systemsChain ConveyorsBelt ConveyorsHydraulics pumps and circuitsAir compressorPneumatic circuits valvesGeneral:Ability to use and navigate MS office and internet applicationsKnowledge of OSHA and Control of Hazardous Energy procedures and regulationsNEC 70E electrical SafetyAbility to use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)Strong written and verbal communication skillsAudit maintenance effectiveness processesWhat to ExpectAdditional Site Details:Site is 2-shift operations running Monday - Friday approximately 5am-12am dailyRole is for 1st Shift Monday - Friday 7:30am-4pm with possible weekends for major PMs, repairs, breakdowns, etc. as necessarySite has approximately 70 employees totalWeekly sort: 45,000+ pallets; weekly repair: 15,000+ palletsWhat We OfferCompetitive Pay w/ Shift DifferentialBenefits Day 1!401K w/ company match (up to 4%)FREE company-paid vision, short-term disability, and life insurance!!FREE company-provided PPE and safety equipmentTuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and MORE!Remote TypeNot RemoteSkills to succeed in the roleAdaptability, Compressors, Vacuum Pumps and Related Equipment, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Drawings and Schematics, Electric and Electronic Controls, Electric Motors, Empathy, Experimentation, Fans, Blowers and Supporting Ductwork, Lubrication Types and Systems, Machining (Lathes, Milling, and Drill Presses), Mathematic Literacy, Mechanical Literacy, Pipe Systems and Valves, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems, Power Transmission Systems, Taking Ownership, Teamwork, Understand Customers, Welding, Brazing and Soldering, Written CommunicationWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at [e-mail].