Industrial Automation Technician

SUMMARY: The Industrial Automation Technician is responsible to ensure all depot equipment is performing properly, receiving proper preventative maintenance, and issues are quickly resolved when equipment needs repair. Supporting a national network, this role will perform troubleshooting support both on-site and off-site as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve the depot network by ensuring the equipment in each location is operating properly through a combination of on and off-site support.
• Manage, in conjunction with depot management, preventative maintenance and repair procedures to maximize machine uptime and efficiency.
• Proactively communicate findings related to downtime with all operations to prevent future occurrences.
• Collaborate with depot management to identify root cause(s) to cell/robot performance to develop plans to correct and prevent reoccurrence.
• Support management to develop SOPs, work instructions and training material for equipment operators across depot network.
• Serve as primary point of contact for depots in network for troubleshooting equipment problems as required.
• Investigate and problem-solve various mechanical/electrical/robotic issues.
• Assist and monitor all work being performed by outside contractors.
• Maintain inventory controls on spare parts usage.
• Train local management and associates on equipment, including daily use and maintenance needs.
• Position requires regular travel (50-75%) inside national network.
• Position is based in either Hanover Park Ill, or Douglassville GA.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Indirectly supervises 1-2 employees per depot that are responsible for equipment operations in facilities.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include training employees; planning, executing duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Two (2) years or more of strong background experience in maintenance, repair and preventative maintenance programs associated with automation equipment, robotics, conveyors, etc.
• Ability to read and follow electrical prints
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in English (required) and Spanish (preferred.)
• Ability to quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems on-site or remotely.
• Perform work independently under direction of supervisor, providing regular feedback and updates
• Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.)
• Highly thorough and dependable; can regularly and reliably work the scheduled hours; ability to be on call and work overtime as needed
• Capability to multi-task and highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize when required
• Flexibility to operate, and self-driven to excel, in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results

COMPETENCIES:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect;
  Keeps commitments;
  Inspires the trust of others;
  Works with integrity and ethically;
  Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment;
  Manages competing demands;
  Changes approach or method to best fit the situation;
  Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information;
  Collects and researches data;
  Uses intuition and experience to complement data;
  Designs work flows and procedures.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans;
  Communicates changes effectively;
  Builds commitment and overcomes resistance;
  Prepares and supports those affected by change;
  Monitors transition and evaluates results
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget;
  Develops and implements cost saving measures;
  Contributes to profits and revenue;
  Conserves organizational resources.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments;
  Matches the responsibility to the person;
  Gives authority to work independently;
  Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities;
  Provides recognition for…