Job Title: Automation Technician

Job Description

The Automation Technician designs and maintains process control and automation programs for our processing facility. This position provides support and troubleshooting to enable a 24/7 operation of the plant process control network and associated hardware, as well as control issues related to both the plant facility and production equipment. The right candidate will have strong knowledge and experience with industrial equipment and act as a knowledgeable mentor to the Maintenance department.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot production and facility process control equipment.

• Repair and replace electro-mechanical and steam control equipment.

• Provide new functioning control and automation solutions based on functional descriptions.

• Modify Modicon PLCs and HMI panel logic to meet changing needs.

• Work with vendors to obtain information and pricing on equipment.

• Document new work so others can correctly install or troubleshoot; update existing plant documentation.

• Maintain and improve skills and knowledge to keep current with process automation equipment and software.

• Perform essential functions of Maintenance Technician position to stay current with the daily production schedule, objectives, and urgent needs.

• Participate in daily meetings, communicate, and execute follow-up action items.

• Provide technical coaching and training.

• Process and dispatch work requests and direct workload (PM / WO).

• Participate in Continuous Improvement Process.

• Follow all Quality policies and procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

• Follow all Safety policies and procedures and participate in monthly observations.

• Maintain regular, predictable attendance.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Preventive maintenance.

• Ladder logic programming.

• PLC troubleshooting.

• Experience with 3-phase motors.

• Knowledge of industrial electrical, pneumatics, mechanical systems, repair, troubleshooting, schematics, hydraulics, and blueprint reading.

• Ability to troubleshoot industrial electrical and mechanical equipment failures.

• Knowledge of and ability to maintain and modify PLC systems, process controls, and HMI panels.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates Degree in relevant field preferred.

• 3+ years of experience in an industrial maintenance environment (dairy industry or related food industry a plus).

• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

• Intermediate shop mathematics and handbook formula skills.

• Ability to read complex blueprints or drawings and use a wide variety of tools or precision measuring instruments.

• Strong understanding of preventative or predictive maintenance.

• Advanced mechanical aptitude.

• Experience with computer operations, software installation, and setup.

• Lock out-tag out and industrial safety knowledge.

Why Work Here?

Employees can take home up to 3 cheese packages every day from the discard rack. We offer health benefits and a 401k plan once hired on.

Work Environment

The working environment is cold due to the need to keep the product at low temperatures to prevent spoilage. The facility is clean and adheres to all safety and quality standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Holland, Pennsylvania.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Holland,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.