Automation Technician Jobs in Kansas

Automation Technician

3rd Shift 10:30pm-6:30am Times may change if needed after discussion with supervisor/manager

Pay starts at 22.36/hour plus $1.50 shift differential totaling $23.86/hour

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.

What You’ll Do

As an automation technician, you’ll be part of our team located in Hesston, KS. You’ll get to:

• Program new weld jobs on robotic weld cells. (Approx. 10%)
• Make program adjustments to automated fabrication equipment. (Approx. 15%)
• Develop maintenance programs and perform or oversee preventative maintenance schedules. (Approx. 15%)
• Troubleshoot problems with programs/equipment. Work closely with maintenance and equipment vendors as needed. (Approx. 15%)
• Monitor for corrective action top downtime impacts. (Approx. 10%)
• Perform data driven projects and any other duties as directed by Supervisor. May require some leadership in project management. (Approx. 15%)
• Monitor machine efficiencies weekly. (Approx. 10%)
• Nesting jobs for lasers and programming for press brakes.

Who You Are

You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Prior manufacturing experience
• Identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and implement solutions required.
• Capable of reading and understanding manufacturing drawings, including weld callouts and quality
• Be committed to safety
• Handle multiple priorities

What You’ll Receive

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools and storage company and #2 security solutions provider, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We’re visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development:

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

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