Automation Technician

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Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for an Automation Tech for in Mebane, NC. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Why you should apply to be an Automation Technician?:

• When you’re part of the team, you’ll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development!
• Temp to Hire Opportunity
• $31-$34/HR
• 8 AM - 5 PM
• Access to outstanding Kelly perks via https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/

What’s a typical day as an Automation Tech? You’ll be:You´ll maintain the plant's automated machinery and equipment in an optimal operative condition in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and following company procedures.

• Responsible for corrective maintenance tasks on equipment.
• Responsible for executing preventive and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Responsible for adjustments and calibrations in automated equipment.
• Carry out corresponding activities for equipment validation.
• Responsible for correctly filling out forms related to their work
• Responsible for the application of order and cleanliness of the corresponding work area (5's).
• Observe and practice all Company Safety Rules and regulations when performing work as well as being knowledgeable in OSHA Standards and other occupational hazards.
• Disassemble mechanical devices such as Plastic extruders, cylinders, pumps, valves, and gearboxes to remove defective parts and make lasting repairs.
• Uses appropriate lifting devices, hand tools, power tools, and occasionally fabricating fixtures.
• Reassembles mechanical devices and install new parts.
• Set up and operate Industrial machining equipment including but not limited to (drill presses, grinders, welders, mills, lathes, and other metal working tools to fabricate and repair parts.
• Responsible for correcting and/or reporting out of the standard performance.
• Responsible for notifying the supervisor when assistance from the external department is needed.
• Responsible for the safekeeping and care of the assigned and commonly used tools and reporting any damage to the tools for their replacement.
• Ability to develop and implement continuous improvement through the kaizen methodology utilizing PPI tools.
• Report the pertinent Hazard IDs that you identify in your environmental and safety activities.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Technical career in a related area such as Mechatronics, Electronic, mechanical electrical / Electromechanical technician
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferably 3+ years of experience in automated systems, PLC programming, Vision Systems, Sensors, Robot fine-tuning, or equivalent. Connecting to PLC or Vision systems to upload and download programs.
• PLC programming, ladder diagram, blocks, and structure. Connecting to PLC or Vision systems to upload and download using IP addresses.
• Programming of HMIs.
• Desirable knowledge of ultrasonic sealers
• Solid knowledge of mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, control, and electricity.
• Able to interpret mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams
• Management of workshop work tools (multimeter, ammeter, micrometer, vernier, precision levels, drill ohmmeter, hand tools).
• Bonus: familiar with any of the following items: PLCs (AB/ Rockwell, Siemens B&R), (Fanuc - 6 axis robots and Fanuc SCARA robots), Vision Systems (Keyence, Cognex and custom), Sensors (Banner, Keyence - photo electric & laser displacement. Actuator position sensors 2 & 3 wire. Understanding of PNP/ NPN signals, light on/off and dark on/off sensor selections. Sink or source inputs and outputs.

What happens next
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Company DescriptionA career in motion is how you'll thrive and prosper. We work with tons of companies across the nation, and with our strong connections, we'll help take your career forward. At Kelly, we've been transforming ourselves for a while now - constantly striving to reach our full potential, so we can help you maximize yours. We'll help you find what's next.Company DescriptionA career in motion is how you'll thrive and prosper. We work with tons of companies across the nation, and with our strong connections, we'll help take your career forward. At Kelly, we've been transforming ourselves for a while now - constantly striving to reach our full potential, so we can help you maximize yours. We'll help you find what's next.]]>