Automation Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Automation Technician

Job Description

The Automation Technician plays a critical role in the beverage manufacturing and packaging processes, ensuring the smooth operation of equipment through advanced automation, electrical, and instrumentation skills.

Responsibilities

Participate in and direct troubleshooting activities in the event of equipment failure, including failure analysis, problem-solving, and prevention.

Work collaboratively with the production team to make rapid, informed decisions regarding equipment issues.

Troubleshoot systems and resolve issues through investigation, analysis, testing, and follow-up.

Conduct testing and upgrading of all production equipment, installation, and testing of new food manufacturing, packaging, and processing equipment.

Interface with machine tools and special equipment or test modules, troubleshoot existing equipment for electrical or electronics failures, and modify machines to improve or update functionality.

Perform maintenance and calibration of site instrumentation.Essential Skills

Strong knowledge in PLC troubleshooting, electrical maintenance, and mechanical skills.

Proficiency in PLC programming, automation, and electrical repair.

Experience in preventive maintenance, Allen-Bradley systems, and 3-phase industrial equipment.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, and familiarity with robotics, conveyors, pneumatics, automation systems, hydraulics, and HMI programming.

Minimum of 3 years experience in industrial maintenance with expertise in electrical, mechanical, PLC, instrumentation, and calibration.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Journeyman Card is a plus but not required.

Previous union experience, particularly with Steel Workers Union, is advantageous.

Experience in food-grade manufacturing and waste water treatment is beneficial.Why Work Here?

Join a stable work environment that offers growth opportunities, relocation assistance if needed, and attractive bonuses, including a $2,000 sign-on bonus and $1,500 referral bonus for skilled technicians. Enjoy working in a clean environment with annual bonuses and discretionary hours in the first year, leading to two weeks of vacation in the second year.

Work Environment

The facility bottles juice boxes, pouches, bottles, and various cartons used for happy meals in a food-grade environment. The work schedule is on D Shift: Crew D operates from 1 AM to 7 AM on half of Wednesday, and from 7 PM to 7 AM Thursday through Saturday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of PAW PAW, Michigan.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

Stable work

Will pay for Relocation (If needed)

$2,000 Sign on Bonus

Annual bonuses

$1500 referral bonus for skilled techs

Clean environment

1st year there's no vacation offered, but there's 32 hours of "discretionary"

2nd year, 2 weeks of vacation kicks in

Opp for growth

FOOD ENVIRONMENT!

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in PAW PAW,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Full-time