OH - Automation Technician I - 1st Shift

Viega LLC

Mantua Township (OH)

On-site

USD 68,770,000 - 88,828,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) plan with employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Viega LLC is seeking an Automation Technician I (1st shift) in Mantua, OH to ensure automation machines run at peak quality and efficiency. You will perform preventative maintenance, drive improvements through continuous improvement processes, and train teammates.

Responsibilities include leading team members, maintaining training procedures, and performing PMs on equipment to meet production KPIs. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

  • High school education or equivalent.
  • Minimum 3+ years of applicable experience in manufacturing/distribution related functions.
  • Minimum 1-3 experience running automated equipment (robotics, packaging or assembly cells).
  • Experience working with HMI Controls.
  • Able to solve problems, identify and correct machine failures.
  • Experience with SOP and set-point tracking is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and train team members based on process knowledge and equipment experience.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain training procedures.
  • Train and develop other team members. This may require temporary assignment to other shifts.
  • Monitor machines per control plan to ensure the process runs to specification.
  • Perform PMs on all automation equipment.

Skills

Problem solving
Communication
MS Office
Little supervision

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

SAP
HMI Controls

Job description

The future needs people like you. Lend a hand. As a driver of innovation, Viega is one of the most important technology leaders in the installation industry. We develop intelligent systems and integrated digital solutions. Quality is incorporated into everything we do. We believe that this is about much more than supplying pipelines. We turn spaces into living rooms: More comfortable. More intelligent. More secure. More sustainable.

OH - Automation Technician I - 1st Shift
Job-ID: 17712; Location(s): Mantua OH
Job Description Summary

The Automation Technician I is responsible for ensuring automation machines and processes operate at peak levels of quality and efficiency; performing preventative maintenance, driving improvements through continuous improvement processes; developing, training and motivating other team members through knowledge and experience.

What You'll Do
Leadership
  • Provides leadership to other team members based on strong knowledge of and experience with processes and equipment.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain training procedures.
  • Train and develop other team members. This may require temporary assignment to other shifts.
Production
  • Monitors machines per control plan to ensure the process is running according to specification.
  • Relieves operators and fills in as needed.
  • Create and maintain set-up and parameter records for each machine and product produced
  • Create and maintain autonomous maintenance plans
  • Makes minor mechanical repairs and adjustments to machines. Notifies leadership when major service is required.
  • Respond to, diagnose, and troubleshoot equipment alarms and faults.
  • Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
  • Perform PMs on all automation equipment
  • Ensures efficient production to help meet the achievement of production KPIs.
  • Possesses a high level of knowledge about all processes used throughout the department. This includes material handling, system transactions, quality testing and reporting, emergency procedures, etc.
  • Possess technical knowledge about all equipment used throughout the manufacturing process. This includes machinery, auxiliary equipment, tooling, electrical components, controllers, relevant lab and quality equipment, etc.
Continuous Improvement
  • Drives improvements in production through Viega's continuous improvement process.
  • Suggests equipment and tooling improvements based on production experience and results.
  • Drives root cause analysis and proper corrective actions.
Tooling
  • Possess technical knowledge of tooling used in automation processes. Communicates any issues to the appropriate tooling, engineering, quality and leadership support teams as needed.
  • Capable of performing some preventative maintenance on tooling including but not limited to complete tear down, cleaning and greasing, visual inspection and complete assembly.
Administrative
  • Maintain documentation on processing and tooling issues.
  • Ensure company policies and guidelines are being followed.
  • Recommend improvements to policies and procedures aimed at improving efficiency, safety, quality, etc.
  • Help maintain appropriate records such as shift logs, QMS documents, etc.
  • Utilize maintenance software for record keeping and processing maintenance tasks related to automation equipment
Quality
  • Process and control any non-conformance defects with production parts.
  • Update and maintain necessary documentation.
  • Ensure company quality standards are met
Cleaning and Area Upkeep
  • Ensure a clean and safe work environment.
  • Perform the daily 6S activities (sort, straighten, shine, standardize, sustain and safety) to organize and manage workstations and production areas.
Other
  • Attend operational and safety meetings as required.
  • Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.
  • May be required to work different shifts
  • May require travel, including international, up to 20% of the time.
What We're Looking For
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of companies’ policies and procedures regarding health and safety issues
  • Ability to carry out instructions in written, verbal and diagram form
  • Ability to prioritize and resolve problems
  • Ability to comply with quality system procedures
  • Proficient in MS Office suite
  • Experience in SAP
  • Good organizational skills
  • Ability to work with little supervision
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to solve problems and make quick decisions
  • Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
  • Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest
Education, Certification/License & Work Experience
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Minimum 3+ years of applicable experience in manufacturing/distribution related functions
  • Minimum 1-3 experience running automated equipment (i.e. -robotics, packaging or assembly cells)
  • Experience working with HMI Controls
  • Able to solve problems, identify and correct machine failures
  • Experience with SOP and set-point tracking is preferred
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Viega, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions we have in the future.

Compensation
Total Rewards Package
  • Base: $24 - $31 hourly, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
  • Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.
Benefits
Health & Wellbeing
  • Medical, Telehealth, Dental, and Vision coverage, including infertility treatment, weight management, and physical therapy.
  • Wellness Program, including wellbeing platform, wellness challenges, WorkLife Navigator services, EAP, and mental health resources.
  • HSA with company contribution.
  • Health Care and Dependent Care FSA options.
Financial Security
  • 401(k) plan with up to 7.5% total employer contribution, including an automatic 3% company contribution plus a competitive tiered match.
  • Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance, with additional voluntary coverage options.
  • Voluntary benefits including legal, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Growth & Time Off
  • Up to $10,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, with an option for fully funded degree programs through Colorado Technical University.
  • 22 days PTO.
  • 9 company holidays plus 2 paid volunteer days.
  • Professional development opportunities designed to help employees continue building their careers.
Application Window
  • Posting date: 09/02/2026
  • The application deadline for this job is: 10/02/2026

Nearest Major Market: Akron

Nearest Secondary Market: Cleveland

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