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Automation Engineering Tech

Job Description:

WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you the tools you need to be a successful Automation Engineering Technician .

Expected to understand, promote, and embody Milwaukee Tool’s 6 culture pillars:

• One Team Mentality : working as a team, cross shift and cross functional, to overcome obstacles and promote a healthy, respectful, and friendly workplace.

• Candid : Respectfully provide and receive honest feedback, escalate issues, and hold others accountable

• Never Settle, Always Improving : Challenge the process and yourself, working to identify ways to improve both, and identify and escalate ways to promote continuous improvement across all aspects of production (safety, quality, process, people, etc.)

• Speed, Agility and Urgency : Maintain an inherent sense of urgency in all aspects of production and be a flexible team member to help meet production goals.

• Empowered Leader : Help guide and coach others to meet production and process expectations, lead by example and be the change you want to see.

• Obsessed : Goal driven, focused on meeting production KPI’s, striving to exceed expectations, maintain good attendance

Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Able to set up, repair, adjust and troubleshoot production automation, industrial robotics equipment and interface devices.

• Able to communicate and collaborate with maintenance and production to ensure timely line setup/change-over.

• Manage and own specific groups of automated equipment ensuring world class production results.

• Lead and mentor the automation and engineering staff.

• Have a strong understanding of PLC driven control systems and be capable of interpreting ladder logic programs. This individual must demonstrate leading-edge or extensive knowledge in controls and automation.

• Troubleshoot and repair PLC’s and other electrical controls as needed.

• Capable of setting up communications and integrating robotics from scratch in new and existing automated processes.

• Supervise and coordinate outside contractors to ensure that all upkeep, maintenance, and repairs are completed in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

• Ability to maintain and program variable frequency drives and motor protection relays.

• Capable of putting together statement of work, timeline, and execution of projects. Primary duty will be project work with floor support as needed.

• Availability to work other shifts and weekends to support equipment operation and training programs.

• Identify possible mechanical problems and report them to Maintenance or Production supervision personnel.

• Perform preventative maintenance as required by company PM program for the robotics equipment.

• Maintain good housekeeping and a safe work environment.

• Participate in continuous process improvement to increase production efficiencies.

• Participate in training and classes as directed.

• All other duties as assigned. Ability to work in multiple plants on project-to-project basis.

The TOOLS you'll bring with you:

• Proficiency in PLC programming, specifically with Rockwell Control platforms including CompactLogix controllers and Factory talk HMI development.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and other engineering / technical documents.

• Ability to wire control panels according to prints, following the latest codes and regulations.

• Ability to comprehend and follow written instructions.

• Basic comprehension of the English language: reading and writing skills to understand and complete necessary paperwork.

• Strong mathematical aptitude.

• Ability to organize priorities and manage workload effectively.

• Excellent spatial awareness.

• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of basic electronics and mechanical concepts.

• Experience with power tools such as band saws, drills, tap & die sets, etc.

• Ability to think and operate with a spirit of innovation and adaptability.

• Ability to abandon non-viable ideas and quickly pivot to new approaches.

Other TOOLS we prefer you to have:

• Associate’s degree or 5+ year of experience in an industry related field

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans

• Generous 401 (K) savings plan

• Education assistance

• On-site food and coffee service

• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE .

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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