Night Shift Automation Technician - Molding & Controls

Amcor; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off (40 hours/year)

Company-paid holidays (varies by site)

Wellbeing programs & EAP

Health Savings/ Flexible Spending

Job summary

Amcor is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and support automated equipment and control systems. The role requires a hands-on problem solver who can work independently and respond quickly to equipment issues while continuously developing automation skills.

Responsibilities include performing maintenance on robots and sensors, assisting with troubleshooting, and keeping work areas tidy.

Qualifications

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Have mechanical and electrical/controls aptitude.
• Accept responsibility for work performed.
• Dependable and motivated with a good work history.
• Able to participate in an apprenticeship or technical training program.
• Able to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and automation diagrams.
• Good reading comprehension and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform automation-related duties with minimum supervision.
• Conduct scheduled and preventative maintenance on robots, automated equipment, sensors, conveyors, and related control systems.
• Assist employees in all departments and facilities with troubleshooting automation issues.
• Keep automation work areas, robots, and peripheral equipment neat and orderly.
• Demonstrate willingness to receive training and progress in the automation/controls field.
• Obtain parts in times of emergency to minimize downtime.
• Take control of equipment when a situation arises that has the potential for personal injury or rapid deterioration of automated machinery.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent worker

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical/controls aptitude

Reading blueprints/electrical schems

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Job description

Amcor is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and support automated equipment and control systems. The role requires a hands-on problem solver who can work independently and respond quickly to equipment issues while continuously developing automation skills.

Responsibilities include performing maintenance on robots and sensors, assisting with troubleshooting, and keeping work areas tidy.