Industrial Automation Maintenance Director PLC Mastery, Robotics & Technical Leadership

Industrial Automation Maintenance Director – (PLC Mastery, Robotics & Technical Leadership)

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Employment Type:

Permanent

Salary: $89440 per year

Web Publication Date: 5/12/2026 12:00:00 AM

Job Location:

Brown Deer, WI 53223

Hourly compensation: $43 per hour plus annual bonuses.

Location:

Greater Milwaukee Area. Shift: 1st Shift (7 AM – 3 PM).

This is a rare senior‑level maintenance role that trades the typical on‑call chaos for a stable Monday through Friday 1st‑shift schedule. Our client is a growing, employee‑centric manufacturer famous for its high retention and technical innovation. They don’t just maintain equipment; they push the boundaries of robotic integration and high‑speed system reliability.

In this position, you will be rewarded for your veteran expertise through a highly competitive hourly rate and a unique structure of multiple performance bonuses throughout the year. If you are looking for a long‑term home where you can act as a technical subject matter expert without the headaches of corporate politics, this high‑tech environment offers the stability and challenge you’ve been seeking.

• Perform advanced diagnostics and precision repairs on high‑capacity industrial automation, complex robotics, and integrated manufacturing systems.
• Act as the technical subject matter expert for Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs, executing advanced troubleshooting and system optimizations.
• Read and interpret complex mechanical blueprints and sophisticated electrical schematics to resolve high‑level system failures.
• Execute comprehensive preventative maintenance on AC/DC systems, advanced pneumatics, and hydraulic circuitry.
• Utilize precision welding and fabrication skills to modify equipment or repair critical machine components.
• Collaborate directly with production leadership to minimize downtime and provide technical mentorship to the maintenance team.

• Experience:
  
  7+ years of industrial machinery maintenance experience within a high‑volume manufacturing environment.
• Automation mastery:
  Proven expertise in troubleshooting automated machinery and robotics, including hands‑on PLC experience (Allen Bradley or Siemens).
• Technical literacy:
  Advanced proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and complex electrical schematics.
• Mechanical skills:
  Strong hands‑on background in pneumatics, hydraulics, and AC/DC electrical systems.
• Fabrication:
  Demonstrated welding and fabrication experience specifically related to machinery repair and modification.
• Stability: A stable and consistent work history that reflects long‑term commitment and professional reliability.
• Requirements:
  Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within 45 minutes of Brown Deer.