Automation Technician II 3rd shift

Jacklinksproteinsnacks; Underwood (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Link Snacks in Underwood, IA is seeking a Maintenance - Automation Technician to keep automated lines running at peak efficiency. You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and PLC-based systems in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with ASRS, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead equipment start-ups and line changes. Travel may be required for plant support.

Qualifications

• Proven attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Good math and accounting skills.
• Proficient in Internet navigation and Microsoft Office apps.

Responsibilities

• Load product into machines and set up lines.
• Operate auto-palletizing robot and ensure equipment runs smoothly.
• Perform preventative maintenance on plant machinery as scheduled.
• Document start-up checks and product changes with accuracy.
• Monitor workflow to maximize machine output efficiencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Electronics tech training

Associate degree

Tools

ASRS Experience

Job description

Hours: Friday-Sunday, 5:30 am - 6 pm

The role of the Maintenance - Automation Technician is responsible for making sure all automated machines are running effectively. Stopping production when machines are not running effectively, troubleshooting the problem, and find the solutions quickly. Maintenance/Automation Technician should have extensive knowledge on hydraulics, pneumatics, systems and a working knowledge of PLC's. This position will be carried out in accordance with all company policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load product into machines as needed to get ready for startup.
• Set up lines correctly.
• Operate auto-palletizing robot.
• Ensure cartoner, case erector, and robotic palletizer are operating effectively.
• Follow good manufacturing practices and HACCP training, along with company SOP's.
• Manage start-up to make sure equipment is in proper operating condition.
• Perform necessary checks at start of shift and at each new product change over; document on paperwork, code date, correct label, upper/lower film, etc.
• Move and install plant machinery and equipment as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all plant machinery and equipment as scheduled.
• Ability to give detailed descriptions related to troubleshooting and repair of equipment on a PC based system.
• Extensive experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, electronic equipment.
• Ensure product conforms to specifications.
• Ensure products are correctly labeled and identified for proper disposition.
• Prevent/minimize rework and/or inedible product.
• Monitor workflow to maximize machine output efficiencies.
• Keep accurate records of products produced and materials used.
• Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.
• Tasks will vary as situations and demands change; the lead/foreman/supervisor will assign tasks as necessary.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education: Some college level training in Electronics Technology or similar technical field. Combination of experience and skilled trade's programs or military training.

PREFERRED

• Associate degree in a related technology field
• One year of experience in a distribution center
• One year of training experience or a combination of education and experience
• ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) experience

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES

• Proven attention to detail demonstrated in a fast-paced environment.
• Good math and accounting skills
• Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels.
• Problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, and facilitation, presentation, and employee motivational skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The starting rate for this role is $23.42-$29.28 hourly. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Link Snacks Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards.Link Snacks provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

• medical, dental and vision benefits
• life and disability insurance
• 401k participation
• paid holidays
• paid time off

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Link Snacks provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, nati