Job description

Do you have a passion for fixing things? Do you love working with your hands?

The Automation Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the automated assembly machines and process equipment.

Starting Wage = $22.00 +DOE (2nd Shift will receive a 10% Shift Differential)

Shift: 6:30am - 2:30pm & 2:30pm - 10:30pm

**Opportunity for a paid apprenticeship through MACNY - graduate while working with your Journeyman's certificate**

Essential Functions:

• Troubleshoots and repairs automated assembly and process equipment.
• Sets-up automated assembly and process equipment for specific production runs.
• Supports the production floor by answering equipment repair and trouble-shooting requests. This includes interacting with and gathering information from Line Leaders and Machine Operators in a professional manner.
• Performs preventive or corrective maintenance on automated assembly systems, process, and ancillary equipment.
• Installs, sets-up, and rebuilds automation assembly and process equipment as required.
• Provides excellent internal customer service to the Machine Operators through quick response time, effective communication, and resolution of issues.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion, abiding by company rules and safety regulations.

Education / Licensure / Experience:

• Prior experience in troubleshooting and repairing high speed automated assembly systems including the mechanical devices, hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, programmable logic controllers, electrical circuits, and the human-machine interfaces that are present on the mentioned systems.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude with proficiency in various instruments and hand tools, such as electrical multi-meters and precision measuring devices.
• Proficiency in the ability to read and comprehend electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic diagrams and blueprints.
• Excellent project management skills with the proven ability to deliver timely results.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills to effectively deal with individuals at all levels.
• Critical thinking and strong analytical problem-solving skills together with a high level of manual dexterity and a strong attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn and use SAP.
• Ability to identify and solve problems quickly while performing quality, accurate work under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment in a culturally diverse workplace.

Working Conditions:

Work is normally performed in a loud manufacturing environment subject to fluctuations in temperature with regular exposure to grease, oil, and heavy machinery will expected in the position.

Physical Demands:

Physical requirements needed to perform the job are eye-hand coordination and bi-manual dexterity sufficient to work with small parts and operate machinery, a normal range of hearing and eyesight to focus on task, the ability to stand for long periods of time, the ability to perform work while bending and/or crouching, and the ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• East Syracuse, NY 13057: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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