Robotic Integration Technician - Columbia​/Okura

Job Details

Job Location:

Columbia/Okura LLC – Vancouver, WA 98661

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $53,560.00 – $77,250.00

Integrate and test the designed functionality of a robotic palletizing system. Represent the company during factory acceptance tests and customer demos.

• Mechanical Support: Verify proper mechanical operation of all equipment, including pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Electrical Support: Verify proper electrical operation of all equipment. Work with live power up to 575 volts.
• Programming Support: Verify proper programmable operation of all equipment, including all software involved in PLC and OXPA programming.
• Troubleshoot Support: Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Robot Operations
• Robot Programming
• Customer Relations (Internal and External): Conduct factory acceptance tests, attend turnover meetings, conduct customer demonstrations.
• Customer Demonstrations: Set up, perform, and support the Sales department on customer demonstrations.
• Train, guide and mentor: Train and mentor other full‑time employees and temporary employees.
• Travel: Work‑related travel may be requested to support customers onsite or assist the Customer Support Services department.

Constant (over 66%) – None

Frequent (33%-66%)

• Independence of Action:
  Work progress is monitored by supervisor, follows precedents, may set priorities and organize work within general guidelines.
• Decision Making:
  Decisions generally affect own job or specific functional area.
• Problem Solving:
  Problems are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation, solved using knowledge and skills.

Occasional (10%-33%) – None

Seldom (1%-10%) – Supervisory Responsibilities – Not responsible for supervising others, but required to train, guide, and mentor temporary or new employees.

• Follow all safety and company policies including PPE.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in applicable SOP and SWI training.
• Provide a respectful work environment.
• Work well in a team environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Mechanical aptitude
• Electrical aptitude
• Pneumatic aptitude
• Blueprint comprehension
• Comprehension of programmable logic controllers and automation

• Written and oral communication
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Basic hand tools
• Basic power tools
• Math (addition, subtraction, multiplication & division)

• Identify robot circuits and components
• Safely troubleshoot panels after power up
• Start and operate the robot
• Operate conveyors
• Navigate and fully utilize OXPA software

High school diploma or GED required. 3–5 years of experience in factory automation, automated machinery, machinery controls, or equivalent.

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

• 8‑hour shift, day shift
• Monday to Friday

• Vancouver, WA 98661 – reliable commute or relocation required.
• Work in person; travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia participates in E-Verify.