Automation Technician - Plastics Lodi, CA

Automation Technician
- Plastics
- Base Salary to 38.00/hour
- Lodi, CA

• Our client, a plastics manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Automation Technician to join their onsite team in Lodi, CA.
• The Automation Technician will support the repair, installation, removal, maintenance, and refurbishment of injection molding automation equipment, robotics, packaging equipment, fixtures, and machinery. This role requires hands‑on experience troubleshooting robots and automation equipment within a plastic injection molding manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, and electrical issues involving packaging equipment, robots, robotic automation, and downstream automation equipment
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on 3-axis robots and related automation components, including motors, valves, cylinders, bearings, and vacuum systems
• Troubleshoot AC and DC electrical circuits using a multimeter and interpret electrical wiring schematics
• Diagnose and troubleshoot pneumatic systems, including Venturi vacuum systems, using pneumatic schematics
• Assist with the installation, removal, maintenance, and refurbishment of manufacturing equipment, fixtures, robotics, and machinery
• Work with on‑shift Managers, Supervisors, and Leads regarding equipment issues and repairs
• Provide detailed reports on equipment performance to the Automation Supervisor
• Perform assigned repairs to the building and grounds
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records, order supplies, and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior manufacturing experience with a focus on automation and robotics
• Prior plastic injection molding experience
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing robots within a plastic injection molding environment
• Working knowledge of basic 3-axis robotic functions and components, including motors, valves, cylinders, and bearings
• Experience performing routine robot maintenance and diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing machinery and downstream automation equipment
• Experience troubleshooting AC and DC electrical circuits and using a multimeter
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems and Venturi vacuum systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring and pneumatic schematics
• Experience safely using hand and power tools
• Ability to work 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, Thursday through Monday or Friday through Tuesday

Compensation:

• Base salary in the 28.00 - 38.00/hour range
• Annual Bonus
• Benefits (Insurance, PTO, Retirement)

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