Automation Technician - Night Shift

## Automation Technician - Night Shift Apply:
United States, Kentucky, Florence:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
WD50572##

What You Will Do  We're hiring an
** Automation Technician
** for our
** Florence, Kentucky Components Plant**, reporting to the site Maintenance/Automation leadership team. This is a hands-on, plant-based role that supports highly automated manufacturing operations and plays a critical part in maintaining equipment uptime, product quality, and production efficiency.

As an Automation Technician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, programming, and improving automated manufacturing systems including PLC-controlled equipment, robots, AGVs, vision systems, and automated assembly equipment. This position works closely with operations and maintenance teams to ensure production equipment operates safely and reliably.  ## What Does Success Look Like
* Respond quickly and effectively to equipment downtime, minimizing production disruptions and restoring operations safely.
* Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment, robotic systems, AGVs, vision systems, and automated assembly equipment.
* Execute preventive maintenance programs and safety inspections to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
* Support programming, setup, and job changeovers for automated manufacturing systems while maintaining production and quality standards.
* Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to identify and implement automation improvements that increase efficiency and performance.
* Develop expertise in plant automation systems and serve as a technical resource by supporting and training other technicians as needed.##

Key Responsibilities
* Program, troubleshoot, and maintain FANUC robots and automated manufacturing equipment.
* Maintain Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and related automation systems.
* Support Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC-controlled equipment through troubleshooting and modifications.
* Perform setup, adjustments, and maintenance on Cognex and Keyence vision systems.
* Troubleshoot and repair automated assembly equipment and manufacturing automation systems.
* Maintain automated quality testing equipment and auto-labeling systems.
* Perform documented preventive maintenance activities and safety inspections.
* Complete monthly automation-related safety audits.
* Support validation, testing, and continuous improvement of automated assembly equipment.
* Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance and production team members.  ## What We Look For### Required
* Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting automation, controls, or industrial manufacturing equipment.
* Strong electrical troubleshooting background with experience diagnosing automation-related equipment issues.
* PLC troubleshooting experience required; experience supporting Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs preferred.
* Ability and willingness to work a 12-hour rotating night shift schedule, including overtime as needed.### Preferred
* Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology, Automation, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or related field.
* Experience modifying or programming PLCs.
* Experience with FANUC, KUKA, Nachi, or other industrial robotic systems.
* Experience supporting AGVs, automated assembly equipment, and manufacturing vision systems.
* Strong industrial maintenance background.
* Experience with Cognex and/or Keyence vision systems.
* OSHA 10-Hour, OSHA 30-Hour, or Arc Flash certification.##   
** Florence, Kentucky - Components Plant
** Our Florence, Kentucky Components Plant began operations in 1978 and manufactures Power Frame grids, battery containers, and battery covers. The facility produces approximately 173,000 battery cases daily and is a key part of Clarios' manufacturing network.  Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Clarios will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visas for this opportunity.  

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** What you get:
*** Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
* Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
* Parental and caregiver leave programs
* All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
* Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
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