PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing all manufacturing equipment to ensure maximum uptime and support production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Automation Maintenance Technician – responsible for keeping production operating through repairing and maintaining all associated equipment. On the spot fix for any problems when they are discovered before they have a chance to worsen. Automation Maintenance Technician will usually be required to perform a wide range of repair tasks around a facility. Some other tasks as maintenance may be called upon to do include:

• Inspect and identify any issues per PM program
• Repair faulty equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair VFD’s.
• Working knowledge of conveyor systems, VFD’s and tracking of belts.
• Troubleshoot electrical wiring through use of special tools and the ability to read schematics.
• Monitor automation systems through computer systems
• Perform general maintenance tasks, including but not limited to: changing bearings, belts, motors, vfds, plcs, safety doors and curtains.
• Reporting and identifying potential safety hazards to avoid injuries
• Be on call as needed to address emergency issues.
• Ability to deal with unresolved situations, frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Able to start and persist with specific courses of action while exhibiting high motivation and a sense of urgency
• Other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Certificate in PLC’s and or robotics operation
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Advanced understanding of general maintenance procedures and techniques.
• Physically capable and available to work overtime including weekends, public holidays, and evenings.
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Must be well organized and have the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Robot experience preferred
• Epson Robot experience a plus

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Creative problem-solving ability and strong communication skills.
•  Must be a team player that can work efficiently under minimal supervision.

• Ability to function and execute in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Strong sense of process, detail and follow through
• Ability to multi-task across problem domains and various contexts
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Clearly present information through the spoken word