Automation Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin
Automation Specialist jobs in Wisconsin are in steady demand, concentrated in manufacturing, food and beverage processing, automotive components, and industrial equipment, with openings at every level from entry-level controls technician to senior systems engineer. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay anchor most of the hiring, with major employers such as Rockwell Automation, Harley-Davidson, and Oshkosh Corporation maintaining deep and ongoing automation needs across the state. The most in-demand specialties are PLC programming, SCADA integration, and robotics systems deployment. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Photography Automation Specialist is responsible for creating accurate, brand-aligned product imagery in a high-volume studio environment. This role combines hands-on photography automation, product styling, image review, digital asset management, and workflow coordination. You'll work closely with studio and creative partners to resolve production issues, maintain organized assets, and support efficient execution. In addition, you'll:
- Operate photography automation equipment and adjust settings to capture consistent, high-quality product imagery that meets brand and creative standards.
- Style, prepare, and present merchandise while reviewing images throughout production to ensure accuracy, consistency, and visual appeal.
- Manage digital image assets, including file naming, organization, uploading, storage, and workflow tracking.
- Use AI-enabled imaging tools and image-editing software to support image enhancement and production workflows.
- Provide day-to-day leadership for assigned team members by coordinating workflow priorities, monitoring production progress, supporting issue resolution, and ensuring schedules, assignments, and deadlines are met.
- Maintain production documentation and support post-production, image management, and other studio functions while promoting a safe and organized work environment.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of photography, studio production, digital imaging, graphic design, or related visual-content experience.
- Experience with image-editing, AI-enabled imaging, digital asset management, or related production workflow tools.
- Working knowledge of photography automation systems, cameras, lighting, digital capture, and tethering equipment.
- Strong product styling and visual presentation skills, with a high level of attention to image quality, consistency, and accuracy.
- Prior experience guiding or supporting the work of others in a production, studio, creative, or workflow-driven environment.
- Strong digital file organization and asset-management skills.
- The ability to troubleshoot routine workflow or product-readiness issues and make sound production decisions within established guidelines.
- The ability to organize multiple priorities, coordinate workflow needs, collaborate across teams, and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- A flexible, solution-oriented approach and willingness to support other studio functions as production needs change.
About Us
Welcome to Colony Brands! As one of North America’s largest multi-channel, direct-marketing companies, we take pride in our diverse portfolio of affiliates, brands, and products. Despite our growth over the last century, we remain true to our roots as a private, customer-focused business based in Monroe, WI. Stability is just one aspect of our culture. What truly defines us is our commitment to our Core Values, fostering employee growth, and creating a better place to live and work. We are dedicated to supporting the communities we serve and offer a wide range of benefits and programs to enhance the well-being of our employees.
Benefits Details
Colony Brands is not just about growing our profits – We are about giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work. We also offer our employees many great rewards in addition to monetary compensation:
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- A robust Wellness Program including Onsite Healthcare
- Superb Retirement Plans (401K & a company-funded Pension Plan)
- Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits
- Seven 4-day work weeks in the summer months to give our employees additional time off
- Educational Assistance
- Company Profit-Sharing
- Company Product Discounts
- And, so MANY more!
Job Category
Art/Creative
Employment Type
Regular/Full-Time
Photography Automation Specialist | Colony Brands, Inc.
The Photography Automation Specialist is responsible for creating accurate, brand-aligned product imagery in a high-volume studio environment. This role combines hands-on photography automation, product styling, image review, digital asset management, and workflow coordination. You'll work closely with studio and creative partners to resolve production issues, maintain organized assets, and support efficient execution. In addition, you'll:
- Operate photography automation equipment and adjust settings to capture consistent, high-quality product imagery that meets brand and creative standards.
- Style, prepare, and present merchandise while reviewing images throughout production to ensure accuracy, consistency, and visual appeal.
- Manage digital image assets, including file naming, organization, uploading, storage, and workflow tracking.
- Use AI-enabled imaging tools and image-editing software to support image enhancement and production workflows.
- Provide day-to-day leadership for assigned team members by coordinating workflow priorities, monitoring production progress, supporting issue resolution, and ensuring schedules, assignments, and deadlines are met.
- Maintain production documentation and support post-production, image management, and other studio functions while promoting a safe and organized work environment.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of photography, studio production, digital imaging, graphic design, or related visual-content experience.
- Experience with image-editing, AI-enabled imaging, digital asset management, or related production workflow tools.
- Working knowledge of photography automation systems, cameras, lighting, digital capture, and tethering equipment.
- Strong product styling and visual presentation skills, with a high level of attention to image quality, consistency, and accuracy.
- Prior experience guiding or supporting the work of others in a production, studio, creative, or workflow-driven environment.
- Strong digital file organization and asset-management skills.
- The ability to troubleshoot routine workflow or product-readiness issues and make sound production decisions within established guidelines.
- The ability to organize multiple priorities, coordinate workflow needs, collaborate across teams, and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- A flexible, solution-oriented approach and willingness to support other studio functions as production needs change.
About Us
Welcome to Colony Brands! As one of North America’s largest multi-channel, direct-marketing companies, we take pride in our diverse portfolio of affiliates, brands, and products. Despite our growth over the last century, we remain true to our roots as a private, customer-focused business based in Monroe, WI. Stability is just one aspect of our culture. What truly defines us is our commitment to our Core Values, fostering employee growth, and creating a better place to live and work. We are dedicated to supporting the communities we serve and offer a wide range of benefits and programs to enhance the well-being of our employees.
Benefits Details
Colony Brands is not just about growing our profits – We are about giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work. We also offer our employees many great rewards in addition to monetary compensation:
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- A robust Wellness Program including Onsite Healthcare
- Superb Retirement Plans (401K & a company-funded Pension Plan)
- Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits
- Seven 4-day work weeks in the summer months to give our employees additional time off
- Educational Assistance
- Company Profit-Sharing
- Company Product Discounts
- And, so MANY more!
Job Category
Art/Creative
Employment Type
Regular/Full-Time
Photography Automation Specialist | Colony Brands, Inc.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation specialist jobs across Wisconsin.
- Associate or bachelor degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or industrial automation technology
- Hands-on experience programming PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi platforms
- Proficiency with SCADA systems, HMI configuration, and industrial networking protocols
- Familiarity with robotics platforms including FANUC, ABB, or KUKA in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&ID diagrams, and mechanical drawings
- Strong troubleshooting skills for automated production lines with minimal supervision
Automation Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a automation specialist in Wisconsin?
Most automation specialist roles in Wisconsin require at least an associate degree in industrial automation, electrical engineering technology, or mechatronics, with many employers preferring a bachelor's degree. Wisconsin does not require a state-issued license specific to automation specialists, but earning industry certifications such as the Certified Automation Professional credential strengthens your candidacy considerably. Technical colleges like Milwaukee Area Technical College and Madison College offer programs that align directly with what Wisconsin manufacturers look for.
Which companies hire automation specialists in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring automation specialists in Wisconsin include Siemens, Werner Electric Supply, and Amcor, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Wisconsin's dense base of manufacturing and industrial equipment firms means automation talent is in demand well beyond the most recognizable names, with mid-size suppliers and contract manufacturers also posting consistently.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most automation specialist jobs?
Appleton, Milwaukee, and Monroe have the most automation specialist openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee drives volume through its concentration of manufacturing headquarters and industrial suppliers, while Madison adds demand from its mix of technology firms and food processing operations, and Green Bay reflects the region's strong packaging and paper industry base.
Are there remote automation specialist jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of automation specialist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role fundamentally is. The parts of the work most suited to remote arrangements are controls design, documentation, and off-site programming, while commissioning, installation, and on-floor troubleshooting nearly always require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a automation specialist in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a two-year automation or electromechanical program at a Wisconsin technical college, then applying for apprenticeships or associate-level controls technician roles at manufacturers in the Milwaukee or Fox Valley corridors. Large Wisconsin employers such as Rockwell Automation and Oshkosh Corporation run co-op and internship pipelines that regularly convert to full-time offers. Candidates transitioning from electrician, maintenance technician, or machine operator roles also find strong traction because they already understand production environments.
Where can I find and apply to automation specialist jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to automation specialist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the roles available, identify the ones that fit your experience and target location, and apply directly through the listings.
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