Senior Industrial Automation Technician – 1st Shift

Accurate Personnel LLC

Spartanburg (SC)

On-site

USD 47,000 - 63,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Accurate Personnel LLC is seeking an Industrial Technician for Spartanburg, SC. The role involves designing, programming, troubleshooting, and upgrading automation and control systems to boost reliability and efficiency.

The successful candidate will lead projects, mentor maintenance staff, and coordinate with engineering and operations. The position offers a $40/hour pay rate, first shift from 6:30am to 3:00pm, and a comprehensive benefits package in Spartanburg, SC.

Qualifications

6+ years of industrial maintenance experience focusing on automation and electrical systems.
Advanced experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, Studio 5000/RSLogix, HMIs, VFDs, and motion control.
Strong knowledge of industrial networks, electrical systems, and control panels.
Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, ladder logic, and mechanical blueprints.
Experience with Windows, Microsoft Office, and CMMS systems.
Strong troubleshooting, project management, communication, and leadership skills.
Associate degree or higher in Automation/Mechatronics or related field preferred.
NFPA 70E, OSHA 10/30, or Rockwell Automation certifications preferred.
Automated manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, program, troubleshoot, and upgrade PLC, HMI, motion control, and VFD systems.
Build and modify industrial control panels according to NEC standards.
Configure and maintain industrial networks.
Manage software backups, program revisions, and technical documentation.
Diagnose complex electrical, mechanical, and controls issues to reduce downtime.
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated equipment.
Lead RCFA and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support equipment installations, modifications, commissioning, startups, and capital projects.
Maintain CMMS records and critical spare parts inventory.
Serve as a technical resource for automation and controls and mentor maintenance technicians and operators.
Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, LOTO, GMP, FDA, and electrical safety standards.