Automation Technician: PLC/Robotics & 401k Match

Western Container Corp.; Tolleson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k matching up to 6%

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Longevity bonus

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Western Container Corp. in Tolleson, Arizona, seeks an Automation Technician to maintain and repair conveyor, automation, and facilities equipment.

The role supports uptime in a safe, air-conditioned environment and involves documenting work in CMMS, mentoring staff, and partnering with engineering on new controls systems. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years with conveyors and automation, PLC troubleshooting, and strong electrical/mechanical knowledge, plus excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with conveyor and automation systems.
• Advanced understanding of PLCs and automated processes.
• Ability to read drawings and diagrams; experience with PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Ability to safely use electrical multimeter to measure AC/DC voltage, continuity, and resistance.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical (including 480V motor circuits), and software principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on assigned automation, robotics and control panels.
• Perform troubleshooting of assigned out-of-service equipment and correct issues, act as an escalation point for lower-level technicians, and elevate to vendors as needed for additional troubleshooting.
• Document all work in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and ticketing systems as appropriate.
• Mentor all maintenance personnel in developing appropriate skill sets and knowledge of equipment specializing in automation, controls and robotics.
• Lead root cause analysis of major downtime events.
• Partner with engineering on commissioning of new controls systems.
• Write and/or modify PMs to standardize across the network and increase effectiveness. Perform building project work as assigned.
• Prepare requisitions and assist with parts ordering process as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, food safety, and security standards.

Skills

Conveyor systems

Automation troubleshooting

Robotics understanding

PLC programming

Electrical safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in electronic technology or equivalent preferred

Tools

Fanuc

Yaskawa

Profi

DeviceNet

Ethernet TCP/IP

Job description

Western Container Corp. in Tolleson, Arizona, seeks an Automation Technician to maintain and repair conveyor, automation, and facilities equipment.

The role supports uptime in a safe, air-conditioned environment and involves documenting work in CMMS, mentoring staff, and partnering with engineering on new controls systems. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years with conveyors and automation, PLC troubleshooting, and strong electrical/mechanical knowledge, plus excellent communication skills.