Automation Technician I

## Automation Technician IApplylocations: Huntington Beach, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-101353**WORK SHIFT:**First Shift (United States of America)**JOB DESCRIPTION:**Automation Technician I, Entry Level, installs, maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots automated machinery, robotic systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to ensure maximum production efficiency and minimal downtime. Key duties include preventative maintenance, diagnosing electro-mechanical malfunctions, and programming or configuring automated equipment. Some positions can be hybridized, with contributions focused on a specialty.* Perform routine, preventative maintenance on automated equipment, robots and conveyor systems to ensure optimal performance.* Diagnose and fix malfunctions in electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, determining if issues are mechanical, electrical, or software based.* Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC and other control systems* Install, calibrate, and test new automation hardware and software components.* Mainatin accurate records of repairs, maintenance, parts usage and system modifications* Adhere to all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures, while working on dangerous machinery.* Collaborate with Engineers to design, implement, and improve automated processes.* Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.* Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.* Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.* Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.* Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.* Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.* Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).* Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.* Other duties as needed or required.**ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES*** Trains others on proper operation of systems as necessary.* Recognizes and performs duties that need to be performed, although not directly assigned, and assists others as needed.* Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Associate’s Degree or completion of vocational training in Automation Technology, Robotics Technology, or similar technical discipline with 3 years of related experience or 6 years of experience in a similar role, such as maintenance, and ability to demonstrate the required skills* Communicates effectively, both written and verbally, in English, to all levels within the organization.* Must be able to work with both fractions and decimals and have the ability to apply concepts of basic math and geometry. Must also be able to convert between inch and metric values.* Ability to operate conventional mills and lathes, proper and safe use of hand tools and power tools, including drilling and tapping holes.* Mechanical aptitude for machine assembly and integration.* Proper and safe use of hand tools and power tools, including drilling and tapping holes.* Knowledge and experience with NEC, ANSI, and OSHA codes and regulations as they pertain to automated equipment and safety systems.* Working knowledge of pneumatic control circuits and electro-pneumatic troubleshooting, electrical control panel assembly and wiring, electrical control circuit design and troubleshooting, PLC programming and troubleshooting.* Able to read, interpret, and navigate AutoCAD and SolidWorks drawings and models.* Ability to travel to multiple facilities and suppliers in the USA and possibly internationally.* Ability to manage multiple conflicting and sometimes changing priorities.* Has the ability to adapt quickly to new projects and assignments while being dedicated and an innovative problem solver. Is also a creative thinker who is results-oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy.**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*** Bilingual in Spanish.* Ability to create and/or modify either AutoCAD or SolidWorks drawings and models.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Sitting, walking, standing, bending at the neck, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting at the neck and waist, repetitive use of hands, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 50 lbs.* Working around equipment and machinery* Exposure to excessive noise* Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals* Working at heights* Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment* Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement**PPE REQUIREMENTS*** Safety glasses* Utility gloves* Leather top, Steel-toe slip-resistant shoes* Hardhat* Hearing protection (e.g., earplugs, earmuffs)* Face shields* Face covering (mask) in accordance with company policyCurrently, Cambro does not provide sponsorship for employment visas (e.g., F-1, H-1B) and will not offer such sponsorship in the future. Applicants must already have full-time work authorization in the United States without requiring sponsorship.**COMPENSATION RANGE:**$31.96 - $34.00Salary may vary based on experience.CAMBRO is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based upon race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr