Position Title: Automation Technician

Wage: $39.00 - $45.00/hour

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QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for an Automation Technician at a company in St. Francis, WI. This is a direct hire position. Apply now!

We offer competitive benefits which includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, educational assistance, 401(k), profit sharing, company sponsored employee events, paid vacation, paid personal days and paid holidays.

Automation Technician Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive maintenance on automated manufacturing equipment
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems
- Program and maintain PLC systems and HMI interfaces
- Troubleshoot and repair robotic systems and end-of-arm tooling
- Maintain and calibrate sensors, motors, and control systems
- Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment performance
- Assist in training personnel to operate, maintain, and the setup of production machinery and equipment
- Document maintenance activities and maintain accurate repair records (CMMS)
- Respond to emergency breakdown situations

Requirements for Automation Technician:
- Associate’s degree or a journeyman status in Electronic Technology - Automation, Electromechanical Maintenance Technology, Industrial Machine Repair, or related technical field.
- 3+ years of experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment
- Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMI systems, and industrial controls
- Experience with robotic systems and programming
- Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

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