Automation Technician: PLCs, Robotics & Upgrades

Staffmark Group; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Staffmark Group is seeking an Automation Technician in Waynesboro, VA for a direct-hire opportunity. The position focuses on troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLCs, robotics, and automated systems to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has extensive Fanuc robot programming experience, PLC programming skills, and strong electrical/mechanical aptitude. Salary ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 per year with standard benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, robotics, and control systems.
• Perform preventive and emergency maintenance on automated equipment.
• Program and modify PLCs, robots, and automation controls.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support production teams with automation and process improvements.
• Collect and analyze automation system data.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and reports.
• Lead automation projects and equipment upgrades.
• Train production and maintenance employees.
• Promote workplace safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Fanuc robot programming

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading diagrams/blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Diagnostics equipment use

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Job description

Staffmark Group is seeking an Automation Technician in Waynesboro, VA for a direct-hire opportunity. The position focuses on troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLCs, robotics, and automated systems to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has extensive Fanuc robot programming experience, PLC programming skills, and strong electrical/mechanical aptitude. Salary ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 per year with standard benefits.