Production Automation Technician

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. is seeking a maintenance-focused professional to monitor and sustain key KPI for ECU production lines. You will analyze maintenance skills, develop and deliver training, and mentor staff, aiming to improve troubleshooting and execution.

Responsibilities include supporting defect reduction, leading improvement projects, and driving root-cause/countermeasure activities to enhance overall equipment reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Motivated to learn and enjoy teamwork.
• Electrical and mechanical experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
• Time management, prioritization, and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Experience with PCs and Microsoft Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and sustain critical KPI for ECU production assembly lines.
• Analyze maintenance skill sets and develop training programs.
• Mentor maintenance staff and support defect reduction activities.
• Lead improvement projects and root-cause/countermeasure actions.
• Assist with maintenance execution and troubleshooting improvements.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Time management

Prioritization

PCs and Microsoft Office

Education

2 Year technical degree

Tools

PLC/HMI (Keyence, Allen Bradley)

Robotics (Fanuc, Yamaha)

Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence)

Job description

Company Name: ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. Job Family: Job Description: Job Description:

This position will be responsible for monitoring and sustaining critical KPI for ECU production assembly lines, analyzing maintenance skill sets, developing/executing training, and mentoring maintenance staff. Focusing on improving maintenance troubleshooting and execution. Primary responsibilities include assisting with defect reduction activities, maintenance staff support and training, improvement projects, and root cause/countermeasure activities.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate would be motivated to learn and enjoy teamwork, have electrical and mechanical experience, strong attention to detail, excellent organization skills, time management skills, prioritization skills, and strong troubleshooting ability. Proven ability to lead and give directions for troubleshooting and getting to the root cause of equipment failure. Knowledge of PC’s and Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Etc.). 2 Year technical degree and work-related experience.

Beneficial

• Advanced Knowledge/experience of PLC/HMI (Keyence, Allen Bradley, Etc.)
• Advanced Knowledge/experience with robotics (Fanuc, Yamaha. Etc.)
• Advanced Knowledge/experience vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Etc.)

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin. At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

At Astemo, innovation drives our passion for excellence. As a global leader in the mobility sector, we are dedicated to shaping the future through advanced technology, sustainable practices and a commitment to empowering our diverse team of talented individuals. We believe that our greatest asset is our people. With a rich legacy of pioneering breakthroughs and forward-thinking mindset, we continuously seek exceptional individuals who share our vision and ambition to redefine the mobility industry. As you explore our website, we invite you to discover exciting career opportunities across various disciplines and regions. Whether you are an experienced professional or new graduate, there is a place for you to thrive and make a meaningful impact within our dynamic global community.

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