Automation Technician: Vision & Motion Systems

Aerotek; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

All Shifts Available

Fully Paid Medical Benefits

Job summary

Aerotek in Holland, MI seeks a Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated inspection systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Roles include supporting day and night shifts, ensuring vision controllers and motion systems operate reliably to support high-quality production.

Responsibilities include configuring Omron/Keyence vision controllers, diagnosing issues with I/O boards, encoders, relays, and servo drives, and performing preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, configuring and maintaining vision controllers in automated inspection equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic and mechanical components to minimize downtime.
• Familiarity with reading schematics and control system documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Omron or Keyence stand-alone vision controllers to support automated inspection processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair vision system components, including I/O boards, encoders, light controllers, and related modules, to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with relay logic and control components such as photo eyes, proximity sensors, and limit switches.
• Support and troubleshoot motion systems, including servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, tachometers, and encoders.
• Perform basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on production and inspection equipment.
• Interpret and modify control system documentation, including blueprints and schematics, to support system changes and repairs.
• Apply inspection logic and flow concepts to ensure that automated inspection systems operate according to specifications.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on vision systems, electrical components, and mechanical assemblies to improve reliability and performance.
• Use root cause analysis techniques to identify underlying issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Document incidents, troubleshooting steps, and follow-up actions clearly and accurately for future reference and continuous improvement.
• Respond quickly to equipment issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to support production schedules.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to optimize system performance and resolve recurring issues.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, and Outlook to document work, communicate status, and track maintenance activities.
• Support and adhere to 5S and related workplace organization practices to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work area.

Skills

Vision Systems

Electrical Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Documentation

Tools

Omron vision controllers

Keyence vision controllers

IO boards

Encoders

Servo drives

Frequency inverters

Relays

Motion systems

Job description

Aerotek in Holland, MI seeks a Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated inspection systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Roles include supporting day and night shifts, ensuring vision controllers and motion systems operate reliably to support high-quality production.

Responsibilities include configuring Omron/Keyence vision controllers, diagnosing issues with I/O boards, encoders, relays, and servo drives, and performing preventive maintenance.