**Job Title: Automation Technician** **Job Description** We are looking for an Automation Technician to join the maintenance department on the 3rd shift at a large glass manufacturing facility. This is a long-term contract position lasting until December 2026, aimed at keeping production lines running and facilitating the shutdown of the location. **Responsibilities** + Perform electrical troubleshooting in the assigned manufacturing area, including programming and troubleshooting PLCs, Servos, and robotics to eliminate downtime. + Manage machine vision systems. + Partner with team members to complete continuous improvement activities utilizing Six Sigma methodologies. + Assist with HMI troubleshooting, upgrading, and installing. + Undertake project work, including robot and PLC upgrades, and equipment upgrades. + Perform additional duties as assigned by management. **Essential Skills** + Demonstrated experience in manufacturing maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, mechanical maintenance, and control circuits. + Expertise in automation, programming, controls engineering, and pneumatics. + Experience with Fanuc systems and automation systems. + Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting. + Strong technical knowledge to program controls, preferably Allen-Bradley and/or Modicon controls. + Applicable Degree and/or Associate's degree with 8+ years of experience dealing with highly complex automation equipment. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience using Six Sigma to improve processes is preferred. + Knowledge of glass cutting, edging, and bending for the automotive industry would be beneficial. + Ability to communicate effectively with operators, peers, management, and vendors. + Ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve mechanical problems. + Ability to plan, organize, and share information effectively. + Ability to work independently and manage projects to established timelines. **Why Work Here?** We offer a highly competitive pay for the 26-month duration of the contract. Our company values continuous improvement and teamwork, providing opportunities for professional development and growth. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment. **Work Environment** This position is based in a large glass manufacturing facility. The working conditions can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. The facility currently has 390 full-time employees, with the maintenance department being reduced to 20 technicians. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Crestline, Ohio. **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.