Automation Technician

Job DescriptionJob Description2nd shift Automation Technician in Whitehall, Michigan.

Seeking an automation or controls tech to join our team on 2nd Shift (2:45pm-10:45pm). The pay range for this position is $25.50-30/hour based on experience, plus 4% bonus eligibility based on plant performance.

Key Responsibilities: You’ll work closely with product, process, and manufacturing engineers to enhance operating processes, cycle times, quality, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and labor utilization through automation.

• Programming Robots: Develop and optimize robotic programs to improve efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: Use schematics to diagnose and fix issues with PLCs, pneumatics, and robotics.
• Continuous Improvement: Assist engineers in refining processes to boost productivity and quality.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $25.50 per hour, with potential to earn up to $29 per hour based on experience.
• Bonus Opportunities: Eligible for a 4% bonus based on plant performance and other factors.
• Shift Premiums: Additional pay for 2nd and 3rd shifts.
• Clean and Organized Work Environment: Work in one of our 10 well-maintained plants.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Hard Skills: Proficient in programming robots
• Skilled in troubleshooting using schematics for PLCs, pneumatics, and robotics
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Effective team collaboration

Job Type:

This is a permanent, full-time position requiring flexibility to work off shifts and availability for overtime when needed.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and become a vital part of our innovative team 🚀

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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