Automation Technician

Automation Technician

Location: Pelzer, SC

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Automation Technician with strong hands-on experience in injection molding automation . The ideal candidate will troubleshoot, program, maintain, and optimize industrial automation systems, including molding robots, PLCs, HMIs, servo motors, motion control systems, VFDs, and pneumatic/hydraulic equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot molding automation systems, including robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.

• Respond to equipment alarms and faults to minimize production downtime.

• Program and optimize molding robots such as Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, and Wittmann .

• Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and part quality.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.

• Replace worn components and calibrate sensors, actuators, and other automation devices.

• Support mold trials and new product launches by setting up automation sequences.

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, servo motors, VFDs, and motion control systems.

• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

• Work with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve recurring equipment issues.

• Support continuous improvement, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

• Maintain robot program backups, maintenance records, and equipment documentation.

• Ensure automation equipment operates in accordance with applicable safety, ISO, FDA, and GMP requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in injection molding automation or a related field.

• Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting .

• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, industrial sensors, VFDs, and motion control .

• Experience with servo motors and pneumatic/hydraulic systems .

• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics.

• Familiarity with EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) design and maintenance.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Technical certification or Associate's degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Industrial Automation, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Injection Molding Automation

• Robot Programming

• PLCs

• HMIs

• Servo Motors

• Motion Control

• VFDs

• Pneumatics & Hydraulics

• EOAT

• Vision Systems

• Preventive Maintenance

• Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen