AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN

Job Description

Job / Position main responsibilities

• Completion of assigned equipment PM activities as scheduled by CMMS.
• Repair and troubleshoot injection press mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Repair and troubleshoot cementing / coating mechanical, electrical, and spraying systems.
• Repair and troubleshoot of robots and robotic assembly cells, including EOAT.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues using machine schematics and assembly drawings.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and modify PLC programming, HMI development, and vision camera configurations. Basic PLC program development for machines.
• Navigate, program, and teach robot positions and programs, including I / O and EOAT.
• Plan and complete projects, refurbishments, and rebuilds.
• Complete and accurately enter work activity into CMMS.
• Daily housekeeping and 5S of work areas and maintenance shop.
• Knowledge and practice of Hutchinson's Health, Safety, and Environmental policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

Candidate qualifications

The employee must have good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with maintenance staff and personnel from other company departments. Attention to detail, accuracy, completion of scheduled tasks. The employee must have strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic aptitudes, and be able to work independently with little or no direct supervision. Employee must possess applicable knowledge of PLC and robotic systems, including programming and troubleshooting. Employee must understand the role and function of the maintenance organization in a manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION & / or EXPERIENCE :

High school diploma or equivalent. Technical certification or journeyman in related area. minimum four (4) years of equivalent experience.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS :

Basic math and problem-solving skills required for measurements, fabrication, and completion of paperwork and reporting.

COMPUTER SKILLS :

Employee must be able to navigate and input data into CMMS. Employee must be able to use the computer to connect to various PLCs, HMIs, and vision systems using correct software and hardware configurations.

REASONING ABILITY :

The employee must have the ability to define problems, draw valid conclusions, and determine a proper course of action. The employee must be able to troubleshoot systems and breakdowns by simplifying problems, process of elimination, and recognized problem solving techniques. The employee must be able to implement necessary solutions under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor or designee.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

Hilo (fork truck) operator's license. Scissor lift operator's license.

What We Offer :

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Company-Paid Coverage

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Planning

Global Opportunities & Local Impact

Hutchinson is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Hutchinson believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Employment at Hutchinson is based on merit, competence, and qualifications, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for training and advancement for all employees. Hutchinson is also committed to making our application process accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request.