Robotics & PLC Technician - Growth in Automated Plastics

Jobot; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Day shift

Leadership path

Automation investment

Team-oriented environment

6% 401k match

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician with PLC and robotics experience to support a highly automated plastics manufacturing operation. This on-site role focuses on electrical troubleshooting, PLC programming, and robotics support to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial maintenance, experience with AutomationDirect PLCs, and the ability to read schematics. On-site day shift with growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience in an industrial setting.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (AutomationDirect preferred).
• Hands-on experience with robotics systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience using diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Support robotic integration, EOAT functionality, and automation within injection molding processes.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs (AutomationDirect).
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems including motors, sensors, relays, and controls.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to equipment downtime.
• Support and maintain injection molding machines and related automation.
• Repair EOAT (end-of-arm tooling) and assist with robotic integration.
• Install and troubleshoot wiring, conduit, and electrical components.
• Assist with mechanical repairs including conveyors, pumps, and production equipment.
• Document maintenance work in CMMS or internal systems.
• Communicate with production and leadership to minimize downtime and improve performance.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Robotics systems

Schematic reading

Diagnostic tools

Maintenance exp

Tools

AutomationDirect PLCs

Job description

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician with PLC and robotics experience to support a highly automated plastics manufacturing operation. This on-site role focuses on electrical troubleshooting, PLC programming, and robotics support to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial maintenance, experience with AutomationDirect PLCs, and the ability to read schematics. On-site day shift with growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package.