Automation Technician - $30 / hr at FactoryFix in St Paul, Minnesota

Job Description:

SMC Ltd. in St Paul, MN is looking for an Automation Technician for a 2nd shift opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Support the manufacturing environment to ensure equipment and processes are operating at high efficiencies.


• Troubleshoot and maintain custom electromechanical equipment, automated work cells, vision systems and multi axis robotics.


• Create and de-bug PLC programs with varying levels of complexity.


• Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new improved production processes, as well as manage several small and large scale projects simultaneously.


• Must be able to program and operate robotic cell and train accordingly.


• Will provide technical assistance and guidance to other robotic operators.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.


• Knowledge of PLC programming, set-up of Cartesian, 6 axis, and SCARA robots.


• Self-motivated to adapt to changes in a fast paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.


• Ability to exercise strong judgment in analyzing, evaluating and solving problems.


• Good technical communication and interpersonal skills.


• The ability to work effectively with a team as well as the ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort.


• The ability to manage a number of projects at one time with frequent interruptions and tight deadlines.


• Associates Degree or equivalent in one of the following: controls, electronics, mechatronics or automation, with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience.

• PLC troubleshooting


• Preventive Maintenance


• Electrical Schematics


• Electrical Troubleshooting


• Mechanical Troubleshooting


• Hydraulics


• PLC Programming

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)


• Industrial Robot


• Servo Motors


• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)


• Vision System