Automation Control Technician

About the Role

The Automation Control Technician is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing automated manufacturing systems. This role involves hands-on work with electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, as well as foundational programming and troubleshooting of PLCs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and maintenance of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems on production equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure smooth operation and reduce downtime.
• Assist with installation, debugging, and start-up of new equipment in collaboration with Engineering.
• Maintain detailed equipment logs and document process changes.
• Support and adjust vision systems and other automated inspection tools.
• Provide support and collaborate with production teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Promote and adhere to safety, environmental, and quality system requirements.

Equipment Setup & Maintenance

• Successfully assist with setup and maintenance of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems on production equipment.
• Ensure all systems are calibrated and function according to specifications.
• Help implement and maintain machine challenges and parts.

Preventive Maintenance Execution

• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
• Document maintenance activities and flag potential issues.

Troubleshooting & Repairs

Diagnose and resolve equipment issues using foundational knowledge of:

• PLC systems
• Ohm’s Law
• Hydraulics (Tubes, Injection Molding, Rubber Molding)
• Use schematics and technical documentation to guide repairs.

Process Improvement Support

• Collaborate with Engineering to identify and implement process improvements.
• Provide feedback on equipment performance and suggest optimization opportunities.

Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately complete and maintain quality-related documentation.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, including downtime, maintenance actions, and process changes.
• Report on performance metrics and issues to supervisors and engineering teams.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all safety protocols, environmental regulations, and Quality System Requirements (QSR).
• Ensure work areas and equipment meet compliance standards.

Team Collaboration

• Support and guide production associates during equipment troubleshooting.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and cross-functional teams.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities (KSA’s) with hands-on lab and project experience:

• Analyzing schematics and wiring diagrams
• Understanding and applying Ohm’s Law
• Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
• Foundational PLC programming and ladder logic interpretation

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement:

• High School Diploma/GED + a minimum of 4 years of Electronic/Industrial/Manufacturing experience or equivalent experience + education.
• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Electronics, or a related technical field, highly preferred.

Minimum Experience:

• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Electronics, or a related technical field accepted in lieu of experience or equivalent industry experience in a manufacturing or technical environment, demonstrating proficiency in equipment setup, maintenance, PLCs, and troubleshooting.

Skills

• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Quality, and Production.
• Demonstrate strong written communication skills to document troubleshooting steps, corrective actions, and preventive measures.

Work Environment Notes

• BD is a smoke-free campus.
• False eyelashes, press-on fingernails, and jewelry are not allowed on the production floor.
• Steel toe and non-slip shoes are required on the production floor.