Automation/Robot Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

The Dedicated Automation Technician   is responsible for   the reliability, sustainment, and performance of automated manufacturing systems. This shift-based role executes precision preventive maintenance, responds rapidly to downtime,   identifies   early signs of equipment failure, and restores automated cells safely and efficiently. The technician supports continuous improvement by documenting maintenance activity and recurring failure modes, communicating chronic issues to Automation Engineering, and strengthening operators’ basic troubleshooting capability.

Responsibilities

· Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on robots, PLCs, conveyors, vision systems, servo systems, pneumatics, electrical devices, and related automation components   in accordance with   standardized procedures.

· Serve as the first responder for automation failures; diagnose electrical, mechanical, controls, robotic, network, and process-related faults and restore equipment safely with minimal production impact.

· Monitor equipment condition and   identify   wear, abnormal noise, degraded performance, and other   early failure   indicators before breakdowns occur.

· Complete equipment inspections, adjustments,   component   replacements, backups, calibrations, and functional checks within the technician’s authorized scope.

· Record work performed, parts used, downtime, corrective actions, and failure modes in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

· Escalate complex or recurring issues to Automation Engineering or the Automation Specialist with clear diagnostic evidence and recommended follow-up actions.

· Support root-cause analysis and reliability improvement activities by   identifying   repeat failures and providing   accurate   maintenance history.

· Train and coach production operators on safe, basic automation troubleshooting and proper escalation practices.

· Follow all applicable safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, electrical safety, robot safety, and emergency-stop validation.

Performance Expectations

· Complete 100% of assigned preventive maintenance tasks on time.

· Respond promptly to downtime events, with a target   initial   response of less than 15 minutes.

· Reduce mean time to repair and improve equipment recovery time.

· Minimize repeat failures by   identifying   chronic issues and supporting permanent corrective actions.

·   Maintain   accurate ,   timely   maintenance records and communicate emerging reliability risks clearly.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

· High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, automation, mechatronics, electrical technology, or   a related   field preferred.

· Three or more years of industrial maintenance experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment.

·   Demonstrated   mechanical aptitude, structured troubleshooting ability, and capacity to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and P&IDs.

Specific Technical Requirements

· Rockwell PLC and HMI systems: Intermediate troubleshooting and basic authorized modifications using Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, and   RSLinx . Must be able to read ladder logic; monitor tags and I/O; perform basic online edits such as timer values and counter presets; use approved I/O forcing practices; interpret fault codes; troubleshoot I/O modules; verify communications; and use trends and force tables.

· FANUC robots and collaborative robots: Operational troubleshooting, basic teach-pendant programming, position teaching, simple motion edits, I/O verification, program backup and restoration, position-register changes, alarm interpretation, servo fault diagnosis, mastering and calibration verification, battery replacement, lubrication, cable inspection, end-of-arm tooling troubleshooting, hand-guiding, safety-zone verification, and collision-sensitivity adjustment.

· Vision systems: Basic setup and troubleshooting of Keyence and Cognex systems, including job or scene   selection , lighting, focus, exposure, image review, pass/fail thresholds, basic inspection-tool parameters, camera positioning, lens maintenance, and communication verification.

· Mechanical and pneumatic systems: Troubleshooting and adjustment of cylinders, valves, air-pressure controls, conveyors, belt tracking, motors, sensors, and related mechanical components.

· Electrical and servo systems: Safe use of a multimeter for voltage, continuity, and resistance testing; sensor replacement and wiring verification; emergency-stop circuit testing; and basic   Kinetix   drive, encoder, and   servo-system   diagnostics.

· Industrial networks: Basic   EtherNet /IP diagnostics, device-presence and IP-address verification, switch-indicator review, ping testing, cable continuity testing, and connector inspection.

Certifications and Training

· FANUC Handling Tool Operations training   required .

· OSHA 10-Hour General Industry training   required .

· Lockout/Tagout Authorized Employee qualification   required .

· NFPA 70E arc-flash safety awareness   required .

· FANUC maintenance and collaborative robot safety training preferred.

· Rockwell ControlLogix Maintenance and Troubleshooting (CCP253) and Studio 5000 Basic Operations training preferred.

· Keyence CV-X Basic Operations and Cognex In-Sight Essentials training preferred.

·   Confined-space   entry training   required   when applicable to the work area.

Software and Documentation

· Working   proficiency   with a CMMS such as SAP PM, Maximo, or   an equivalent   system.

· Basic   proficiency   with Microsoft Excel and Outlook for data logging, communication, and work-order support.

· Ability to use tablets, smartphones, and approved mobile or   augmented-reality   tools for maintenance documentation and troubleshooting.

Shifts:
A Crew: M-F 6 am – 4:30 pm B Crew: T-TH 6 pm - 4:30 am C Crew: Fri and Sat 6 am – 4:30 pm; Sun and Mon 6 pm- 4:30am

PRIMARY LOCATION

Bridgewater Interiors II