Manufacturing Automation Technician - Gpac

A reputable leader in Plastics Manufacturing is seeking a qualified individual to join their company as an Automation Technician. This role will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and replacing of automation systems throughout the production process. You will also troubleshoot component parts, including motion sensors, control components, photosensors, and other vital technology. In addition to maintaining smooth operation, you will operate as a subject matter expert (SME) for leadership and key decision-makers, delivering reports on current automation capabilities and future opportunities. This is a specialized position, and our ideal applicant has considerable experience and education in engineering, robotics, and/or production automation.

Automation Technician Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and replace automation systems at key points in the production process
• Troubleshoot non-functioning components including servos, sensors, and control components
• Log equipment usage, parts replacement, and scheduled maintenance to ensure maximum functionality
• Periodically report to leadership regarding automation capabilities and status

Automation Technician Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, robotics, or a closely related technical field OR 2-3 years relevant experience in automation, robotics.
• Experience in a production environment, particularly with injection and/or blow molding machinery
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong communication skills

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only those qualified applicants with a provided resume will be contacted.

If you would like to learn more about opportunities in Manufacturing, please email Kimberly at Kimberly.Padilla@gogpac.com or call (717)346-8829. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.