Automation Technician

Summary

The Maintenance Automation Technician’s role is to support and initiate automation programs throughout the facility by implementing and maintaining automation projects and equipment. 

Core Competencies 

Customer Focus

Communication

Energy and Stress 

Team Work                           

Problem Solving   

Accountability and Dependability

Operating Equipment       

Ethics and Integrity

Analytical

Job Duties

Contacts suppliers for quotations of equipment and reviews output quantity, quality, process reliability and downtime of equipment;

Implements new equipment in plant and co-ordinates activities with maintenance;

Organizes and maintains project schedules by communicating with both plant personnel and supplier’s timing requirements;

Develops project objectives by conferring with management regarding design, set-up and maintenance;

Determines project specifications by preparing cost estimates;

Develop new automation processes;

Develop and implement training programs for all new equipment and automation cells;

Identifies and reviews various sources for required equipment and determines criteria for which equipment is to be evaluated with input from a cross-functional team;

Confirms product performance by conducting capability tests/trials on prototype orders and time studies;

Conducts continuous improvement studies through automation designing, cost-benefit analysis and maintenance;

Ensure procurement of equipment that matches the intended needs and savings;

Establishing and bring all equipment up to both mechanical and electrical standards.

Requirements

University Degree/College Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

2-4 years’ related experience in an automotive/manufacturing industry.

Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing

Ability to multi-task and establish priorities

Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership

Able to create alternative solutions to problems

Excellent time management and project management skills

High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning

Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures

Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Able to work well under pressure

Strong attention to detail

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email

Proven ability to troubleshoot

Knowledge of basic computer hardware and applications software.

Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.

Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.

Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.