Engineering (Automation) Technician

Pittsburgh Glass Works, LLC.; Crestline (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburgh Glass Works, LLC. in Crestline, OH is seeking an Engineering (Automation) Technician to provide hands-on engineering and maintenance support for plant automation, including PLCs, robotics, HMIs, and sensors to maximize equipment uptime.

The role reports to the Shift Maintenance Supervisor and requires 2–3 years of related experience with a background in electrical technologies or automation. Associate degree preferred, with a focus on automation and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Requires 2-3 years of applicable experience in industrial electrical automation.
• Incumbent must have specialized knowledge in electrical/automation/robotics within manufacturing.
• Strong problem solving, initiative, and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and program PLCs, robotics, HMIs, and servo systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Implement process modifications to improve reliability and reduce scrap.
• Provide on-shift hands-on engineering support for automation equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics (Fanuc)

HMI programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Electrical Technologies/Automation/Robotics/Network Systems

2-3 years experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

Vision systems

Servo systems

RSLogix/Studio 5000

RSView/FactoryTalk View

Job description

Languages Required

Job Description

I. GENERAL DATA

Job Title

Engineering (Automation) Technician

Reports To Title

Shift Maintenance Supervisor

JOB LOCATION

Crestline, OH

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT

Salaried Non-Exempt

Primary Function

Maintenance

Last Update

6/20/2024

II. JOB DESCRIPTION APPROVERS

Jim Phillips / Lew Wheaton

Date: 6/20/2024

III. EDUCATION, TRAINING & POSITION EXPERIENCE

English

English

Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

SPECIALITY/DEGREE

Preferred – Associate Degree in Electrical Technologies/Automation/Robotics/Network Systems (or similar experience)

Years Experience Required

2-3 years applicable experience

The incumbent must have significant and specialized knowledge and experience in industrial related electrical, automation, robotics (Fanuc), PLCs (Allen Bradley especially), programming, vision systems, etc. in a manufacturing environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required and electrical/automation/networking/robotics education beyond high school is preferred (Associates or Bachelors). The incumbent must possess strong technical and problems solving skills. Must be able to take initiative, communicate at all levels, be able to work within a team environment, take ownership of projects and have good floor presence.

Provides on-shift, hands-on engineering, maintenance and technical support/troubleshooting to process operations with specific focus and accountability for electrical and automation equipment (robotics, vision system, PLCs, VFD, etc.) to ensure reliability and the optimum and safe use of facilities, equipment and resources to meet customer requirements and plant objectives.

• The Engineering/Automation Technician will report to the shift Maintenance Supervisor and will work with a team of maintenance personnel, engineers and skilled trades individuals to support all plant automation and process equipment to ensure maximum up-time, efficiencies and other key performance metrics to optimize the manufacturing process.
• Troubleshooting and programming PLCs, robotics, HMIs and servos.
• Partnering with maintenance and engineering to increase efficiencies and minimize downtime.
• Fixing and debugging equipment in a timely manner, including VFDs, PLC, robotics and servo systems.
• Implements process modifications and engineering projects to improve operational effectiveness, product quality, equipment reliability, cost to operate and product/material scrap.
• Continuing to advance skillsets through on-the-job training and formal training.
• Identify and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Using established principles and methods, investigate engineering and process problems by obtaining and analyzing pertinent data and developing recommended solutions.

Required to make decisions relating to operational priorities regarding automation/electrical components to support shift/plant needs. Must utilize sound judgment and collaborate with other technical resources, managers and vendors as needed.

GUIDELINES FOR DECISION MAKING: Describe the rules and guidelines involved in making decisions in the job, ranging from strict routine determined by the job processes to subject to following strategic policy determined by the CEO and/or Board of Directors.

SUPERVISION:

Number of Direct Reports: ___N/A______

Number of Indirect Reports: __N/A______

PERFORMANCE METRICS: Define the key Performance Indicators of the position

XI.

UNIT OF MEASUREMENT

QUANTITY

Volume Of Purchasing, Sales, Production, Inventory, Etc

Plant Volume

10-14MM/annual

Budget Managed

n/a

Number Of External Or Internal Customers

Personnel

65 on shift

Asset Value Managed

OTHER AREAS OF IMPACT:

Equipment Uptime

Per OEE standard

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to temperature extremes, as well as moving mechanical parts, electricity and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. The employee must wear appropriate personal safety protection equipment. This equipment will vary based upon the work location and type of work being performed but often will include safety glasses and sometimes may include protective clothing.
• Actively on the manufacturing floor approximately 70% of time and building physical layout requires extensive walking.

Describe other working conditions (e.g., consistent overtime, weekend/evening hours, travel, etc.).

This is a full-time position on a shift.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Define the physical requirements (e.g. ability to lift 25 pounds repetitively for an 8/12-hour shift, ability to stand for an 8/12 hours shift, etc.).

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, and occasionally kneeling, stooping, and crouching. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

ORGANIZATION CHART

Maintenance/Engineering Manager

Maintenance Supervisor

Engineering/Automation Technician (salaried)

Maintenance Technicians (hourly)

General Maintenance Mechanics (hourly)

Maintenance Laborers (hourly)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Key Words Associated To This Job

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