ILUS - Automation Tech II

Daifuku North America; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 85,962,240 - 108,885,504; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku North America seeks an Automation Tech II to diagnose and repair electro‑mechanical issues on automated material handling systems. The role includes on‑site setup, programming, and customer training, with a focus on preventive maintenance and detailed reporting.

The position requires hands-on experience with material handling equipment and PLCs, strong communication, and the ability to work within a team environment. Salary is hourly, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2 years working in material handling industry preferred or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience with CMMS platforms is a plus.
• Familiarity with material handling equipment and PLCs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in and contribute to a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Uses advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair mechanical problems.
• Performs PLC troubleshooting and debugging.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems using technical drawings.
• Performs on-site set-up, programming, and training.
• Completes detailed reports and other paperwork.
• Follows up on completed work with customers and other departments to ensure resolution.
• Follows all Preventive Maintenance programs.
• Completes all assigned training plans.

Skills

Material handling experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Strong communication

MS Office proficiency

Tools

CMMS platform

Job description

About Us

Daifuku is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.‐based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in‑house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading‑edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light‑directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.

Daifuku is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.‐based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in‑house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading‑edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light‑directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Automation Tech II w orks with minimal supervision to resolve electro‑mechanical issues and equipment errors on automated material handling systems and related equipment and perform repair and preventive maintenance. Performs on‑site set‑up, programming, and customer training.

Responsibilities

• Uses advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair mechanical problems


• Performs PLC troubleshooting and debugging


• Diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems using technical drawings


• Performs on‑site set‑up, programming, and training


• Completes detailed reports and other paperwork


• Follows up on completed work with customers and other departments to ensure resolution


• Follows all Preventive Maintenance programs


• Completes all assigned training plans


• Complies with all safety programs, policies and procedures

Qualifications

• 2 years working in material handling industry preferred or equivalent industry experience


• e xperience with CMMS platfor m a plus


• 2 years industry experience or equivalent.


• Familiarity with material handling equipment and PLCs.


• Familiarity with material handling equipment and knowledge of function


• Working knowledge of handheld and power tools


• Basic knowledge of PLCs and motor control


• Advanced ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, moderate electrical, and controls defects


• Advanced ability to interpret both mechanical and electric drawings and schematics


• Self‑motivated, organized and detail‑oriented


• Knowledge of safe industrial work practices


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Customer service orientation


• Ability to work in and contribute to a team setting


• Intermediate computer skills including MS Office


• Follow maintenance manuals and procedures to repair equipment


• Ability to guide and teach Automation Tech I


• Support SOP creation and technical documentation


• Ability to assist in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of all material handling equipment and components a plus


• Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

Hourly Rate: $30.00-$38.00