The Toro Company

BOSS is Hiring Immediately - Industrial Automation Technician

1st Shift working Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:00pm

Who Are We?

BOSS Snowplow, located in Iron Mountain, Michigan is a division of The Toro Company. BOSS is a leader in the snow and ice management business with a growing lineup of plows for trucks, UTVs and ATVs, salt and sand spreaders, and box plows built for the snow and ice management professional, as well as the homeowner. With a focus on uncompromising quality and high-level craftsmanship, BOSS has grown to be a leader in the sale of truck plows.

What Will You Do?

This Technician will create, debug, and optimize programs for automated and/or robotic equipment for use in manufacturing activities. This position will support the production lines, equipment, and facility by providing installation, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance activities for new automated equipment. The abilities and skills required are broad based to include electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic.

In order to grow and build a successful career with BOSS, you will:

• Create, debug, and optimize programs and welding robotic equipment.
• Work with the robot team to develop and implement new automation/robotic applications.
• Active team member in the internal or external design and fabrication of secondary equipment, robotics, end of arm tooling (EOAT), work cells, and automated assembly equipment.
• Continuously improve equipment and automation to reduce labor, reduce cycle time, reduce waste, and increase efficiencies in equipment and process operations.
• Assist with on-site set-up, programming, and training for new automated equipment.
• Work with engineers, technicians, production, and maintenance associates in troubleshooting and resolution of automated/robotic equipment issues and repairs.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on new automated equipment.
• Read and comprehend electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic prints and schematics and perform troubleshooting and repairs of these systems.
• Facilitate, coordinate, and communicate with other supervisors to coordinate diagnostic/repair activities in individual departments in a customer-oriented manner with “customer first” sense of urgency.
• Follows up on completed work with internal customers and other departments to ensure resolution.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or other related field, or equivalent experience with automated systems.
• Strong experience in robotic programming, systems integration, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with machining or fabrication of EOATs and other jigs and fixtures.
• Use of diagnostic equipment (multi-meters, oscilloscopes, precision measuring devices etc.).
• CAD software experience a plus.
• Ability to read from technical manuals, schematics, and written instructions.

What Can We Give You?

At BOSS Snowplow, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits – BOSS Snowplow offers employees at our Iron Mountain location, MI a variety of perks, including:

Dress for your day- We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, office-plant blended environment.

Wellness- In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health, financial health, and other types of resources to every full-time employee.

Growth Opportunities –TTC prides itself on giving our employees the chance to grow their careers. Tuition reimbursement, opportunities to move into new areas of interest, and promotion opportunities are a few examples.

Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. The pay range would be somewhere around $26.00 - $37.00 an hour.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race,, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees