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Automation Technician III is an experienced automation technical position that will be expected to have a complete understanding of operation, repair and maintenance of robotics, secondary automated operations and any support equipment assigned. Can guide and train junior Automation Technicians in the daily tasks. \nFUNCTIONS: Install: Assure automation runs to expected requirements set by engineering and operations management. Tech III will guide and train junior technicians in installation and setups of the automation equipment. Can following instructions from senior automation personnel with minimal guidance.\nSetup and change over automation in cells or standalone. Position is required to teach the setup of robotics, automation cells and standalone automation equipment to junior personnel. Be able to follow and give instructions both verbal and written for equipment changeover for several product lines.\nRepair and troubleshooting skills will be expected. Have an in-depth knowledge of electrical and electronics for guiding in the diagnosis of machine trouble. Have in-depth understanding of multi-meter, electrical testing devices and thermal testing equipment. Be able to explain to junior technicians, inputs, outputs, and PLC logic. Be able to upload, backup, and troubleshoot PLC programs. Competence to train personnel in vision system basics and make basic program change. Be able to train personnel in fabrication. Utilize a variety of equipment such as hand held, vertical and band saws, milling machines, lathes and assorted grinders. Have the ability to guide junior personnel in the utilization of shears and breaks used in the forming of metal and fastening techniques including screws, threaded inserts. Have the ability to explain mechanical repair to junior personnel and suggest to senior automation personnel concepts for repair, modification or revisions to automation or robotics. Have the ability to set vibratory action of parts and proper setup and adjustment of vibratory bowls and train others in the same. Maintains a safe, neat and orderly cGMP work environment. Oversees general housekeeping duties such as sweeping and trash removal. Ability to lift 50 pounds, work over time as required and perform other duties or requirements at managers discretion.\nRequirements:\nVocational school certificate or equivalent experience\nAbility to read mechanical and electrical drawings\nAbility to troubleshoot mechanical systems in automated equipment\nAbility to troubleshoot advanced AC and DC electrical systems\nLIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER\nThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.\nAll job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.\nThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.\nRequirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.\nSilgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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