Automation Technician

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We are seeking an Automation Technician for a very important client.

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Manager ? Automation Engineering, the primary responsibility of this position is to support manufacturing with respect to automated and semi-automated post-molding equipment. This includes a variety of automated material handling, assembly, decorating and packaging systems.



Responsible for detailed communication with Supervisors & Maintenance about current state of automation related concerns. This also includes detailed communication with Automation Engineering on future department needs.



Responsibilities:

? Determines root cause of failures and problems with automation equipment.

? Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a broad manufacturing base

? Troubleshoot & support:

o Various PLC formats with heavy emphasis on Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI hardware and software: SLC, PLC, ContolLogix, Panelview

o A wide variety of automation technologies, including: Robots, Printing (Pad/Screen/Offset/InkJet), Ultrasonic Welders, Vision Systems, Leak Testers, Labelers, Capping Equipment, reamers & other finishing equipment.

? Works with equipment vendors to solve automation problems & increase self-knowledge.

? Interacts with molding setups & process engineering to solve component related issues & their effect on the automation process.

? Support Automation Engineering with installation of improvements & new Automation.

? Coaches Automation Associates in work centers supporting root cause troubleshooting.

? Develop / modify procedures & training guidelines as needed for automation processes.

? Read & modify electrical schematics as needed for automation equipment.

? Designs, sketches & dimensions improvements to existing automation systems

? Tracks & helps maintain automation data (stops, scrap, etc?) to support continuous improvement process. Uses PPI tools and Lean techniques to analyze data and improve processes. equipment.

? Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a broad manufacturing base

? Troubleshoot & support:

o Various PLC formats with heavy emphasis on Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI hardware and software: SLC, PLC, ContolLogix, Panelview

o A wide variety of automation technologies, including: Robots, Printing (Pad/Screen/Offset/InkJet), Ultrasonic Welders, Vision Systems, Leak Testers, Labelers, Capping Equipment, reamers & other finishing equipment.

? Works with equipment vendors to solve automation problems & increase self-knowledge.

? Interacts with molding setups & process engineering to solve component related issues & their effect on the automation process.

? Support Automation Engineering with installation of improvements & new Automation.

? Coaches Automation Associates in work centers supporting root cause troubleshooting.

? Develop / modify procedures & training guidelines as needed for automation processes.

? Read & modify electrical schematics as needed for automation equipment.

? Designs, sketches & dimensions improvements to existing automation systems

? Tracks & helps maintain automation data (stops, scrap, etc?) to support continuous improvement process. Uses PPI tools and Lean techniques to analyze data and improve processes.
Requirement:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

? Associate?s degree in Engineering or a technical discipline. Equivalent experience may be considered, but only with a demonstrated record of self-development and continuous learning.

? 5 years related automated equipment experience.

? Must have a very broad electrical and mechanical background, including hands on experience with PLC?s, robots, motion controls and associated programming software.





Professional Characteristics:

? Must have excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

? Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills.
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