Automation Electronics Technician

Position Summary

Installs and repairs electrical‑electronic‑robotic systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. Works with staff and contractors as needed to improve efficiencies, reduce downtime, upgrade/automate equipment, and troubleshoot a wide range of equipment. Specializes in robotic applications by performing the following duties.

• Monitor and apply safety standards to maintain a safe working environment.
• Install, commission and troubleshoot automated industrial electrical‑electronic controls and installations.
• Provide PLC systems support, robotic applications, including PLC and HMI programming.
• Provide electrical‑electronic support, including troubleshooting and component setup.
• Provide mechanical support, including assembly, disassembly, and rebuild of automated production equipment and systems.
• Diagnose and repair or replace faulty electronic components or logic.
• Interact and communicate with internal customers such as manufacturing, engineering, project managers and management personnel.
• Prioritize workload and shift work activities to meet plant needs.
• Test malfunctioning machinery and determine technical issues and potential remedies.
• Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, and sensor devices; review equipment schematics/manuals for specifications concerning placement, parts, and installation.
• Replace electric motor bearings and rewire motors.
• Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Periodically scheduled for off‑hours/emergency call‑in to repair equipment or other technical related problems.
• Promote safety awareness and keep safety as a priority daily.
• Optimize existing equipment capacity and anticipate utilization demands or equipment inhibitors.
• Provide technical expertise directly or assist staff in troubleshooting systems and equipment.

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technology, or related field.
• Two (2) years of direct experience with automated equipment or machine assembly.
• Experience with networking (Ethernet, serial, and data highway) and factory automation and their applicable software.

• Working knowledge of PLCs (modern Studio 5000 and legacy RsLogix 500 Allen‑Bradley SLC PLCs, Siemens), FANUC robots, Cognex vision systems, VFDs, and HMI programming.
• Experience working with SCADA systems (preferably Ignition).
• Detailed knowledge of instrumentation and control systems for sensors, electronics, mechanics, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical blueprints/schematics.
• Advanced understanding of safety and e‑stop systems.
• Advanced troubleshooting of electrical components such as PLCs, AC & DC drives, relay logic, single‑loop controllers, pneumatics & hydraulics, robots and vision systems.
• Ability to create advanced control systems and programs for process and operational control.

• People are engaged and developing as part of a high‑performing team.
• Customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation.
• Investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns.
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products.

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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