Maintenance Automation Technician - 1st Shift

RH Sheppard Co Inc; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RH Sheppard Co Inc is seeking a motivated Maintenance Automation Technician to design, program, install, troubleshoot, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and control systems. You will support safe, reliable operations and collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.

The role requires hands-on expertise in automation, PLCs, robotics, electrical and mechanical systems, with strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and modify machine controls, robotics, and automated systems to support manufacturing operations.
• Design electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and communication circuits using CAD software.
• Program, troubleshoot, and update machine controls, robotics, PLCs, and related automation systems.
• Recommend, configure, and develop software applications for automation devices, including relay ladder logic, stepper motor controls, analog scaling, and other control functions.
• Build, install, repair, and maintain automated systems and equipment, including electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and gaging systems.
• Fabricate simple parts, fixtures, and prototypes as needed, or develop designs for fabrication by the tool room.
• Assemble, interconnect, and install components, sensors, actuators, motors, wiring, tubing, and related equipment on machinery and automated systems.
• Test, commission, troubleshoot, and debug machinery and automated systems to ensure proper operation and functionality.
• Analyze equipment and system failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and performance.
• Coordinate equipment and component procurement with supervisory approval; verify materials upon receipt to ensure project requirements and timelines are met.
• Maintain accurate documentation for automated systems, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, control, and communication schematics.
• Provide documentation and technical information to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and future system modifications.
• Provide technical guidance and instruction on the operation, setup, maintenance, and repair of automated equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production personnel to support continuous improvement initiatives and resolve equipment issues.
• Adhere to all company safety procedures, 5S standards, and safe material handling practices.
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental requirements, including ISO 14001 standards, and take appropriate action to address identified concerns.
• Support compliance with quality management systems and IATF 16949 requirements, including identifying and escalating product quality issues as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Maintenance Automation Technician to join our team. The Maintenance Automation Technician designs, programs, installs, troubleshoots, and maintains automated manufacturing equipment and control systems to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical professional with strong expertise in automation, PLCs, robotics, electrical and mechanical systems, who thrives on solving complex equipment challenges, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating effectively with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Design, develop, and modify machine controls, robotics, and automated systems to support manufacturing operations.
• Design electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and communication circuits using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Program, troubleshoot, and update machine controls, robotics, PLCs, and related automation systems.
• Recommend, configure, and develop software applications for automation devices, including relay ladder logic, stepper motor controls, analog scaling, and other control functions.
• Build, install, repair, and maintain automated systems and equipment, including electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and gaging systems.
• Fabricate simple parts, fixtures, and prototypes as needed, or develop designs for fabrication by the tool room.
• Assemble, interconnect, and install components, sensors, actuators, motors, wiring, tubing, and related equipment on machinery and automated systems.
• Test, commission, troubleshoot, and debug machinery and automated systems to ensure proper operation and functionality.
• Analyze equipment and system failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and performance.
• Coordinate equipment and component procurement with supervisory approval; verify materials upon receipt to ensure project requirements and timelines are met.
• Maintain accurate documentation for automated systems, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, control, and communication schematics.
• Provide documentation and technical information to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and future system modifications.
• Provide technical guidance and instruction on the operation, setup, maintenance, and repair of automated equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production personnel to support continuous improvement initiatives and resolve equipment issues.
• Adhere to all company safety procedures, 5S standards, and safe material handling practices.
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental requirements, including ISO 14001 standards, and take appropriate action to address identified concerns.
• Support compliance with quality management systems and IATF 16949 requirements, including identifying and escalating product quality issues as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

• Role Fulfillment – Routine completion of all essential functions of the role.
• Technical Proficiency – Job-specific skill level, attention to detail, and overall quality of work produced.
• Safety – Dedication to our safety-first culture through incident prevention, adherence to protocols, initiative in reporting and resolving concerns, training participation, and contributions to a safe working environment.
• Dependability – Determination to show up, stay on task, and get things accomplished.
• Compliance – Consistent adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Interpersonal Skills – Ability to work and communicate well with others.
• Productivity – Volume of work completed and skill level related to time-management, efficiency, prioritization, and initiative.
• Integrity – Commitment to ethical decision-making, including admitting to mistakes, leading by example and a general tendency to do the right thing.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Predominantly operates in a shop floor or warehouse environment. Position requires walking frequently through shift on concrete in production areas. May be exposed to moderate heat, light dust, fumes, cold temperatures, and noise. Adequate hearing, eye, and footwear protection is required in production areas.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

SCHEDULE

8-hour Evening Shift Monday through Friday

About this Job Description

The information provided above is intended to demonstrate the general nature and level of work performed by any incumbent(s) placed in this position. It is not intended to be a complete account of every task an employee may be assigned to perform. Management retains the right to add or revise this job description at any time to accommodate evolving needs of the business.

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