Lead Factory Automation Technician - Night Shift

Lg Energy Solution, Ltd.

Queen Creek (AZ)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is seeking a skilled Technician III to perform advanced maintenance and troubleshooting of factory automation equipment, ensuring continuous and stable manufacturing flow at our Queen Creek facility.

You will work on conveyors, AMRs, robotic cells, and PLC-based controls, lead problem-solving, train junior technicians, and collaborate with FA engineers and operations to optimize reliability and safety.

Qualifications

Minimum 15 years of maintenance experience in a production/plant environment.
Must be able to work overnight in support of up to 12-hour production shifts.
Must be able to work an alternative, compressed week schedule, including standard weekend shifts as required by the schedule.
Experience working in dry-room environments and following gowning/PPE requirements.
Strong mechanical and electrical technical knowledge and hands-on experience with industrial equipment.
Experience with automation/FA equipment (conveyors, robotics, AMRs, automated transfer systems) strongly preferred.
PLC experience (Allen‑Bradley, Mitsubishi, or similar) preferred but not required; ability to understand basic logic flow and I/O.
Must be able to regularly use required PPE (safety glasses, steel‑toe shoes) for up to 12 hours.
Lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs., Stoop, twist, and bend, Sit and/or stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on factory automation equipment and control systems to maintain optimal operating condition.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control-related issues on automation equipment.
Support equipment modifications, upgrades, and part replacements to improve reliability and extend equipment life.
Respond to equipment alarms and breakdowns quickly to minimize downtime and support continuous production.
Communicate directly with production departments to coordinate PM activities and troubleshooting work with minimal impact to output.
Work closely with FA engineers, production leaders, and planning teams to align maintenance schedules with production needs.
Coordinate with external vendors and service providers to handle complex issues, specialized repairs, and equipment upgrades.
Prepare, manage, and continuously improve periodic PM schedules for FA equipment; record PM and repair documentation.
Use MES/SCADA equipment log data to analyze recurring problems, identify trends, and drive root cause solutions.
Train, guide, and mentor new technicians and less experienced maintenance team members on FA equipment and safety procedures.
Lead equipment-related meetings, contribute to RCA, and participate in Kaizen.
Support audits, vendor visits, and facility tours by explaining automation systems and maintenance strategies.
Ensure all maintenance work is performed in accordance with safety standards and 5S3R.