Automation Technician Jobs in Wisconsin

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This position reports to:

Automation Support Lead

Your role

In this role you will be responsible for supporting the plant’s expanding automation efforts, at the US Motion Headquarters, in New Berlin, WI, ensuring a positive impact to safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals on 2nd shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Automation – Assist with the deployment, install, and programming of Vision Systems, SCADA, PLC Controls, Conveyor Automation, Digital Torque Systems, Robotics, and more.
• Data & Systems Engineering / Architecture – This position will help to deploy a plant-wide SCADA network to provide connectivity & control to field devices.
• Mechanical – This role will need a foundation in mechanical engineering to support the install of various automation equipment on to the production line.
• Safety / Quality – Contribute towards the create of safe automation practices while also delivering the desired productivity and quality output.
• Project Management – This role will be fast-paced and involve balancing tasks from multiple projects simultaneously. Time management and prioritization will crucial.
• Lean – This role will be responsible for promoting lean manufacturing concepts to ensure efficient production practices.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the field of Controls, Systems, Automation and/or Mechanical (Manufacturing, Automotive, Etc.)
• Sound knowledge of Vision systems, digital torque systems, programmable logic controls, robotics, and other automation.
• Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing Concepts.
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills, self-motivated, customer oriented, multi-tasking, having stress management capability.
• Associates degree in Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering/science field is preferred.

The work model for the role is: onsite #LI-Onsite

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