**Job Description:** **Job Description** **SUMMARY** Provides shop floor support to maintenance, production, and management for automation work centers in assembly and molding. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Evaluate and develop plans to improve the performance of automation equipment. + Works closely with all functions to improve equipment safety, quality, and performance, especially regarding the human-machine interface. + Provides support, staffing, and training recommendations. + Trains, mentors, and works closely with the automation technicians. + Training stakeholders on how to troubleshoot automation systems + Upgrading or deactivating existing automation systems + Other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s Degree in related field; Engineering, automation design or manufacturing required + Minimum of 5 years experience with automation, electrical and mechanical design, and fabricating experience required (preferably within the automotive industry) + Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal + Must be organized and able to work independently as well as in a team environment + Proficiency with solid modeling software and the creation of shop prints - SolidWorks or Geomagic design preferred + Machining experience with CNC experience a plus + Programming experience (PLC (Allen Bradley), Fanuc, Wittman) a plus + Experience with hydraulics, robotics, electrical systems, automation, machine maintenance, installation, and repair, including auxiliary equipment and material fundamentals - Experience with injection molding a plus + Must possess exceptional mechanical skills and good visual skills for accessing the functionality of the equipment + Experience in adjusting vision systems, specifically Keyence and Cognex. + Ability to program, maintain, and adjust 6-axis and cartesian robotics + Ability to root cause and troubleshoot complex automation + Ability to lead and mentor others + Ability to work overtime and weekends as required **COMPETENCIES** + Technical and Analytical Skills + Understanding of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, calculations of percentages, measurement conversions). + Strong working knowledge of Windows applications and Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel. + Time Management and Communication Skills + Must be dependable, have good attendance, be punctual, and have a positive attitude + Prioritizes regular workload, particular tasks, and concurrent projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within the established time frame. + Performs with a high level of initiative, exhibiting persistence and willingness to stimulate new ideas within the organization. + Takes calculated risks, makes strategic, results-oriented decisions, and accepts responsibility for the results (positive or negative). + Continuous improvement mindset (the Ability to build a robust inventory system that is used across the division. **Compensation Information:** $70-$110K