Automation Technician

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Job type: Full time

Professional level: Professional

Division: Medical

Location: Rochester, NY

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Automation Technician

Automation technicians repair and maintain the computer‑controlled systems and robotic devices used within industrial facilities to reduce human intervention and maximize efficiency. Their duties require knowledge of basic electrical, electronics, mechanics and computers, PLC & HMI. Automation technicians perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.

• Perform automation demand maintenance.
• Trouble‑shoot equipment issues – electrical, mechanical & controls.
• Answer technical questions for production.
• Monitor preventive maintenance schedule in ALS.
• Perform PMs and record data into ALS.
• Adjust sensors on automation equipment and molds.
• Program Star Automation, Yushin & Arburg mold‑picking robots.
• Source and place requisitions for spare parts.
• Resolve part quality issues caused by automation.
• Provide support and gather data for quality validations.
• Participate in concept development for process improvement.
• Mechanical & electrical builds of automation equipment.

• PLC logic troubleshooting.
• HMI logic troubleshooting.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Robot programming.
• Understanding of injection‑molding machines.
• Ability to work with multiple departments.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong mechanical & electrical skills.
• CAD experience (beneficial).
• Ability to read schematic & mechanical drawings.

• Associate’s degree, trade school, or equivalent work experience.
• Relevant training & certification preferred.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to stand for periods of time and climb short ladders.
• 20/20 vision to monitor automation processes and make fine adjustments.

• Manufacturing environment requiring appropriate eye protection and other PPE, clothing/shoes.
• Gowning and sanitation in a cleanroom for manufacturing.

Pay: $19.00 – $23.00 per hour

• 401(k) – matching available.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.

Röchling Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

The Rochester location is Röchling Medical’s center of excellence for the production of surgical forceps for minimally invasive electrosurgical devices and offers a broad portfolio of plastic injection‑molded parts and value‑added assembly work for the medical industry.