Automation Tech

Who are we?

At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, BMW, Xerox, and Abbott to design, manufacture, and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future.

We care deeply about our colleagues, customers, and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable, and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day.

What's the job?

We are currently recruiting an Automation Technician for each 2nd and 3rd shift who will maintain production times running with minimum downtime. Perform changeovers, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance on automation equipment along with troubleshooting automation related issues.

Role and Responsibilities:

Ensure the safety of PLC and robotics equipment

Consistently maintain company safety and cleanliness standards in the production environment

Develop and install secondary finishing equipment for blow molded components

Carry out electrical and/or mechanical repairs and inspections as required to ensure equipment runs reliably in production

Perform set-up and change overs of robotic equipment for production needs

Programming and maintenance of PLC equipment and programs including Siemens (S5 & S7), Omron, and Allan Bradley

Robotics maintenance and programming for ABB robots

Assist maintenance personnel with plant maintenance as needed

Liaise with outside contractors as necessary

Develop and assist in developing new secondary finishing equipment.

Carry out repair and preventative maintenance activities for PLCs and robotic applications minimizing production downtime. Qualifications and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Certification or degree in robot programming, automation and/or mechatronics is a plus

Must have basic mechanical skills and understanding of how equipment works

Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge and experience with robotics is a plus

Strong teamwork skills

Strong communication skills