Automation Technician l

Dot Foods•Mt Sterling, IL

4d•$34 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

As an Automation Technician you will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems, and troubleshoot PLC programs associated with automated systems and material handling equipment. You’ll help keep automated operations running safely and reliably through preventative maintenance, repairs, assisting in equipment fault recovery, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency degree
Valid driver’s license
Sufficient vision and hearing necessary to perform duties safely
Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, electrician’s certificate or military equivalent
2+ years of industrial maintenance experience
PLC (Allen-Bradley) troubleshooting experience
Prior experience working with automated systems
Safety training and/or certification

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, and installations on automated systems and material handling equipment to support safe and reliable operations.
Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on automated systems and equipment—including stretch wrappers, pallet handling and sorting equipment, battery handling equipment, conveyors, and associated electrical, mechanical, and PLC-controlled systems.
Respond to equipment faults and breakdowns, assisting with rapid recovery efforts to minimize downtime and restore system performance.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history through consistent use of the CMMS.
Collaborate closely with operations and maintenance teams to support automation upgrades, system improvements, and ongoing operational needs.
Follow all safety, LOTO, and regulatory requirements while promoting a strong safety culture across all automated and material handling systems requirements.
Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste; lead continuous improvement efforts