Automation Technician: Robotic Systems & PLC Maintenance

Flex; Coopersville (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking an Automation Technician to support non-production automation activities in Michigan. You will maintain continuous system operation, troubleshoot PLCs, and repair or modify automation components to ensure reliable processes.

Reading electrical schematics and diagrams, performing preventive maintenance on robotics, and collaborating with the automation team are essential. Safety awareness and operator training on equipment and processes will be part of the role.

Qualifications

• Maintenance and troubleshooting skills for automated systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Familiarity with safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous system operation by adjusting, repairing, replacing, or modifying automation/robotic system components.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components and return to serviceability.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance actions on all subsystems and related components.
• Ensure preventative maintenance of robotic and process support equipment are completed on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Understanding of PLCs.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams including complex automated system drawings.
• Analyzes engineering test results, and implements changes to resolve problems.
• Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems.
• Records procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or method.
• Maintains software, documentation and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications.
• Assists engineers in developing and designing hardware and software required for all automation solutions per specifications.
• Trains other technicians and operators on products, processes and equipment.
• Proper use of power tools and measuring equipment
• Strong awareness of safety

Skills

PLCs

Electrical schematics

Job description

Flex is seeking an Automation Technician to support non-production automation activities in Michigan. You will maintain continuous system operation, troubleshoot PLCs, and repair or modify automation components to ensure reliable processes.

Reading electrical schematics and diagrams, performing preventive maintenance on robotics, and collaborating with the automation team are essential. Safety awareness and operator training on equipment and processes will be part of the role.