Blow Molding Robotics & PLC Automation Engineer

Mergon Moulded Plastics; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mergon designs and manufactures sustainable components for next‑generation vehicles and equipment. The role focuses on operating and maintaining ABB robots and Omron PLCs within a highly automated blow molding line, collaborating with Production and Maintenance to diagnose issues and optimize cycle time.

You will lead reliability upgrades, support commissioning of new automation, and work with suppliers to implement new technologies for peak efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude in robotics, PLCs, and automation.
• Willingness to work overtime and some weekends.
• Experience in automated manufacturing is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Master the operation and upkeep of ABB robots, Omron PLCs, and related automation used in blow molding.
• Partner with Production and Maintenance to diagnose and resolve issues that impact OEE.
• Lead reliability and performance upgrades across automation assets to keep production smooth.
• Support commissioning, installation, and precise tuning of automation systems for peak efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and specialists to introduce new tech and drive process gains.
• Pursue reliability improvements to cut downtime and lift throughput across the plant.

Tools

ABB robots

Omron PLCs

Job description

Mergon designs and manufactures sustainable components for next‑generation vehicles and equipment. The role focuses on operating and maintaining ABB robots and Omron PLCs within a highly automated blow molding line, collaborating with Production and Maintenance to diagnose issues and optimize cycle time.

You will lead reliability upgrades, support commissioning of new automation, and work with suppliers to implement new technologies for peak efficiency.