Robotics & Automation Technician

Tessy Medical, LLC; City of Auburn (NY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Profit-sharing program

401K match

Job summary

Tessy Plastics Corp. in Auburn, NY is seeking an Automation Technician to support Tessy’s Automation group and manufacturing teams. This hands-on role focuses on keeping automation equipment running productively through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and project work.

You will set up EOAT, work with PLCs, robot systems (6-axis, SCARA, top-entry, side-entry), and machine vision (Cognex/Keyence). The ideal candidate has 4+ years manufacturing experience and can mentor junior technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4+ years manufacturing experience.
• 3–5 years manufacturing technician experience with high-speed equipment or automation systems or college degree in automation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering docs, blueprints, safety rules, SOPs.
• Experience with CAD or machine vision systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, changeovers, inspections, and routine troubleshooting to maximize equipment uptime and production efficiency.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and automation-related issues, including replacement of components such as sensors, switches, motors, and cylinders.
• Set up, align, troubleshoot, and verify operation of EOAT systems, automation cells, and robotic equipment.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate lower-level technicians while supporting their technical development.
• Support installation, startup, qualification, and commissioning of new automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot, program, modify, and optimize robotic systems (top-entry, side-entry, SCARA, 6-axis).
• Develop, troubleshoot, and improve machine vision applications (Cognex/Keyence).
• Utilize PLC software to diagnose issues and improve automation performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading engineering docs

Mathematical ability

Team mentorship

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree in Automation related field

Tools

CAD

Machine vision systems (Cognex/Keyence)

PLC software

Job description

Tessy Plastics Corp. in Auburn, NY is seeking an Automation Technician to support Tessy’s Automation group and manufacturing teams. This hands-on role focuses on keeping automation equipment running productively through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and project work.

You will set up EOAT, work with PLCs, robot systems (6-axis, SCARA, top-entry, side-entry), and machine vision (Cognex/Keyence). The ideal candidate has 4+ years manufacturing experience and can mentor junior technicians.