AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN - Plant 10

Howmet; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet in Whitehall Township, Michigan is seeking an Automation Technician responsible for overseeing the operation and repair of automated equipment. You will assist product, process and manufacturing engineers to enhance operating processes and improve quality.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and a year of experience in engineering or manufacturing. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree and robotic programming skills. This role demands strong organizational and troubleshooting abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Must be organized with the discipline to solve problems with permanent solutions.
• Experience using industrial controllers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and repair of automated equipment.
• Assist engineers to improve processes, cycle times, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Robotic programming skills

Good oral and written communication skills

PC literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel

Mechanical and electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Associate degree in a technical discipline

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial controllers

Job description

Responsibilities

This Automation Technician position will be in our Plant 10, Whitehall Casting Operations. This position will provide oversight for sustaining operation and repair of automated equipment. They will assist product, process and manufacturing engineers to improve operating processes, cycle times, quality, OEE & labor utilization by use of automating processes.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of one year working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical discipline.
• Hands‑on relevant experience evaluating automated equipment and processes and solving automated equipment issues.
• Robotic programming skills to refine movement using various controllers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Experience using industrial controllers.
• Ability to read mechanical prints and electrical prints.
• Good methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
• Must be organized with the discipline to solve problems with permanent solutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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