Maintenance Technician Automation

$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! Join our team as an Automation Technician and earn a competitive hourly wage starting at $31- $39 PER HOUR. Your starting pay is determined by passing our skills test, showcasing your expertise right from the start.

Are you ready to accelerate your career with a best-in-class organization that values innovation, dedication, and growth? Our employees at Grede are the key to our success and share our passion for teamwork, customer service, and operational excellence. If you want to join an industry-leading company that focuses on your professional growth and development, we’d love to hear from you!

The Automation Technician owns the process for preventive and breakdown maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting. You'll perform general diagnostic and programming of PLC’s using an understanding of PLC operations. This position handles the installation, diagnostics, programming, and repair of robotic equipment as well as the safe and timely installation and maintenance of electrical control systems. You'll have the opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively with other departments to identify, define, and solve problems.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us:

• Sign-on bonus of $1,000, competitive hourly wages, plus an opportunity to earn up to a $1,000 retention bonus!
• Base pay plus weekend premium pay for working Saturday and/or Sunday for eligible position
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Life, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness Programs and access to Worksite Wellness Center (including relatives)
• 401(K) Match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and PPE allowances
• Climate-controlled work environment (heat provided during the winter)

What You'll Do:

• Design, install, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical automation systems and equipment, drive systems, robotic systems, microprocessor-based (PLC) systems, electronic control systems/devices and vision/laser systems
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, coordinating with manufacturers and field representatives as needed
• Dismantle, adjust, repair, and assemble equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manual, rough sketches, or drawings
• Use test and diagnostic equipment to perform checkouts
• Rebuild manufacturing equipment as needed, assist in the movement and installation of equipment, and source equipment parts as needed
• Calibrate instrumentation devices using specialized test equipment and software
• Respond to trouble calls and emergencies, both during and outside normal work hours
• Troubleshoot hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, control circuits, digital electronics, electrical, power supplies, computers, and power distribution as well as perform preventive maintenance on various Production and Automated systems
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy

What We Need from You:

• Associate (A.S.) degree in Electronics Technology (or closely related technical field), or a combination of education and experience which may include skilled trades programs or military training
• 4+ years of automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience
• Certifications in any technical field or techniques is a plus
• Standard computer skills plus strong skills in document organization, the use of technical materials, and research techniques
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with team members
• Function optimally in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations personnel
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and interpersonal skills

Grede is proud to support transitioning service members and current military veterans with career opportunities that are a match for their skills gained while serving our country. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.