Industrial Automation Specialist

Amcor Flexibles, LLC; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Rewards Program

401(k) match up to 8%

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Amcor, a global packaging leader based in Oshkosh, WI, is seeking an Automation Maintenance Specialist to troubleshoot, service, and repair computerized systems and robotics in manufacturing. You will monitor safety rules, train technicians, and collaborate with OEMs to optimize equipment functionality.

This on-site role supports capital projects and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have an associate degree or journeyman with E&I, PLC programming with Allen-Bradley and Siemens, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or journeyman with E&I required.
• Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics; interpret electrical drawings.
• Proficient with hand tools, multi-meters, computers, and oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC and drive platforms to maintain reliable operations.
• Follow safety rules and PPE requirements; escalate safety concerns.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians and trainees.
• Calibrate process controls, sensors, and PID systems.
• Work with OEMs on equipment functionality, setup, and optimization.
• Update electrical prints and redlines using AutoCAD 2D.
• Support after-hours maintenance needs, including nights/weekends.
• Collaborate on capital projects with engineering teams.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Read blueprints

PLC programming

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Multimeter use

Oscilloscope use

Allen-Bradley PLC

Education

Associate's degree in Electro-Mechanical, Industrial Automation, or Journeyman with E&I

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Job description

Pay: $34-$40/hour based on experience
Schedule:

Benefits Starting Day One:

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Rewards Program
• 401(k) dollar-for-dollar match up to 8%
• Tuition reimbursement

About the RoleA Maintenance Automation Specialist troubleshoots, services, and repairs computerized systems and robotic equipment designed to reduce human interaction while supporting safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do

• Follow all plant and department safety rules, procedures, and PPE requirements
• Escalate and address safety concerns
• Connect to and troubleshoot PLC and drive platforms
• Perform advanced troubleshooting using root cause and rapid problem-solving techniques
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians and trainees
• Identify production losses related to automation systems and communicate corrective actions
• Calibrate process controls including E/P devices, load cells, and sensors
• Configure and adjust PID temperature control systems
• Work with OEMs to support equipment functionality, setup, and optimization
• Design and implement automation and electronics improvement projects
• Update electrical prints and redlines using AutoCAD 2D
• Develop electrical procedures and technical documentation
• Support after-hours maintenance needs, including nights and weekends when required
• Partner with Corporate and Plant Engineering on capital projects
• Troubleshoot and repair both electrical and mechanical systems

Must Have

• Associate's degree in Electro-Mechanical, Industrial Automation, or Journeyman with E&I
• Working knowledge of plant equipment and preventive maintenance techniques
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Ability to use hand tools, multi-meters, computers, and oscilloscopes
• PLC programming experience using Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a team environment

Preferred

• Formal training and/or education in electrical systems, including PLCs
• 2-5 years of experience maintaining production machinery and plant support systems
• Working knowledge of Wonderware
• Experience managing plant utilities software through i-Vu
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to work under deadlines

Join Amcor

• Join a team focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement while supporting advanced automation systems that keep manufacturing operations running efficiently.

OurExpectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visitwww.amcor.comILinkedInIGlassdoorIFacebook IYouTube

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans

• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location

• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program

• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)