Automation Technician- Michigan City, IN

Job Description

We are seeking an Automation Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for working with automated equipment within our manufacturing lines. You will be working with Epson Robots, Automation Direct / Rockwell PLCs, and some hydraulics and pneumatics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with line implementation efforts
• Own the troubleshooting of automated issues occurring within manufacturing
• Have a foundational understanding of the manufacturing process and the automation involved
• Perform troubleshooting on Bar Code vision systems
• Ensure the operators understand how the automated equipment works prior to using
• Work cross-functionally with maintenance, operators, and Automation Engineers
• Perfect the manufacturing/product process

Essential Skills

• Technical associate degree related to engineering (EET, MET, Automation, Advanced Manufacturing, etc.)
• 3+ years of experience working with automated manufacturing equipment
• Ability to make minor edits/modifications within a PLC program as well as robot program
• Experience with Vision Systems (bar code readers)

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with Automation Direct PLCs
• Direct experience with Epson Robots

Work Environment

You will be based out of Michigan City, IN, assisting in line implementation. You will train on first shift, then work on second shift. Shift-2nd shift (7pm-7am) Sunday-Wednesday OR Monday-Thursday, 12 hours per shift. This is a 12-month contract with the possibility to go permanent based on performance. You will be eligible to receive 80 hours of PTO and 6 paid holidays.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/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 Michigan City,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

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