Keep Advanced Manufacturing Running at Peak Performance

We're partnering with a global manufacturing organization that operates highly automated, high-speed production systems serving international markets.

Due to continued growth and expansion, they are adding an Automation Technician to support automated production equipment, process controls, instrumentation systems, and plant-wide automation infrastructure.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on automation professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex systems, improving reliability, and working in a technically advanced manufacturing environment.

If you thrive on solving problems, maximizing uptime, and working with modern automation technologies, this role deserves a closer look.

Why Join?

$40.00 - $44.00/hr
Scheduled increase to $45.00+/hr
Additional shift premiums
Company-matched retirement program
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Telemedicine services
Professional development and training opportunities
Stable, long-term opportunity with a global manufacturer
No travel required

What You'll Be Doing

Automation & Controls

Troubleshoot and repair PLC, HMI, VFD, and servo-driven systems
Support and modify PLC and HMI programs
Diagnose faults involving sensors, instrumentation, and process controls
Calibrate process instrumentation and control devices
Maintain industrial communication networks and automation infrastructure
Support new equipment commissioning and automation improvements

Production Equipment Support

Troubleshoot and support automated production systems
Maintain high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment
Support robotics, conveyors, vision systems, and automated process equipment
Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams during equipment failures and downtime events
Assist with process optimization and equipment upgrades

Reliability & Continuous Improvement

Execute preventative maintenance activities
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions
Analyze downtime trends and improve equipment reliability
Recommend automation improvements that increase productivity and uptime
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility

Safety & Compliance

Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Support lockout/tagout procedures and safe work practices
Maintain accurate maintenance and troubleshooting documentation
Assist with audits, quality initiatives, and operational excellence programs

What We're Looking For

Required

Diploma or Certificate in Automation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation & Control, or related field
3+ years of industrial automation experience
Strong PLC troubleshooting experience
Experience with HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and industrial controls
Ability to read electrical schematics and P&IDs
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills

Strong Assets

Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 experience
Omron Sysmac experience
Instrumentation calibration experience
Process manufacturing experience
Packaging automation experience
Robotics experience
CMMS experience
Industrial networking experience

Technologies You'll Work With

Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7
Omron Sysmac
PLCs
HMIs
VFDs
Servo Systems
Process Instrumentation
Ethernet/IP
Profinet
Profibus
Modbus
Vision Inspection Systems
Robotics

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates from the following industries are strongly encouraged to apply:

Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Medical Device Manufacturing
Chemical Processing
Plastics Manufacturing
Packaging Operations
Continuous Process Manufacturing
Consumer Products Manufacturing

Who Will Thrive Here?

Automation Technicians who enjoy hands-on troubleshooting
Controls professionals who want exposure to advanced manufacturing systems
Individuals who enjoy solving complex technical problems
Professionals focused on reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement
Technicians seeking long-term stability within a global organization

Apply Today

If you're an Automation Technician looking for a technically challenging role with advanced manufacturing systems, competitive compensation, and long-term career growth, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Apply today to learn more.

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Automation Technician (PLC, Controls & Process Automation)