Weekend Automation Technician (Fri-Sun, 6pm-6am)

US Conec Ltd.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus potential

4 weeks PTO

Health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with employer match

Collaborative culture

Paid holidays

STEM outreach opportunities

Job summary

US Conec, Ltd. is hiring an Automation Technician for a Fri–Sun 6pm–6am weekend shift. You will install, optimize, and support automated systems across injection molding and ferrule posting areas, using PLC/HMI and CAD to troubleshoot and improve performance.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in manufacturing automation, strong mechanical skills, and experience reading schematics. This role offers growth, training, and competitive benefits within a collaborative, safety‑mocused environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering Technology preferred; other technical fields acceptable.
• 2–4 years hands‑on experience in a medium‑volume manufacturing environment (injection molding, die casting, machining, assembly).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience maintaining automated equipment, jigs, and fixturing.
• Familiarity with PLCs and HMIs and ability to assist with program loading, basic testing, and diagnostics.
• Working knowledge of 2D/3D CAD to read schematics and assembly drawings.
• Proactive problem‑solver with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) and basic PC skills.
• Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally; good visual acuity and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Support installation, commissioning, and optimization of automation in injection molding areas.
• Support installation and optimization of automation for ferrule posting processes.
• Monitor automated processes, inspect output, and adjust systems to maintain product quality and process consistency.
• Provide first‑line technical support and troubleshooting to minimize downtime; elevate complex repairs as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs on automation equipment; coordinate vendor/engineering repairs.
• Read and update technical documentation, including work instructions, schematics, and process flow for manual and automated tasks.
• Assist with PLC/HMI program testing, loading, and diagnostics in coordination with controls engineers.
• Use 2D/3D CAD drawings to identify components, fixtures, and assemblies during installation and troubleshooting.
• Support and occasionally lead training for operators, technicians, or engineers on new or modified automation systems.
• Collaborate across business units to support additional automation projects from concept through implementation.
• Occasionally operate automation equipment to support training, validation, or production needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering Technology

Other technical fields acceptable

Tools

PLC/HMI programming

2D/3D CAD

Job description

US Conec, Ltd. is hiring an Automation Technician for a Fri–Sun 6pm–6am weekend shift. You will install, optimize, and support automated systems across injection molding and ferrule posting areas, using PLC/HMI and CAD to troubleshoot and improve performance.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in manufacturing automation, strong mechanical skills, and experience reading schematics. This role offers growth, training, and competitive benefits within a collaborative, safety‑mocused environment.