Automation Specialist

Automation SpecialistLexington, North Carolina4-on / 4-off Rotating Schedule - 12-Hour Shifts$100k-$120k + company-wide profit sharing bonusAbout the RoleA leading steel manufacturing company is seeking an Automation Specialist to support automation and controls systems in a fast-paced production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on automation professional with strong PLC troubleshooting and programming experience who is looking for a guaranteed growth path into a future Automation Engineer role with a Fortune 100 manufacturer.This position is focused on maintaining uptime, diagnosing automation issues, and supporting continuous improvement across plant systems. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working directly in PLC logic, troubleshooting electrical controls, and supporting commissioning and system upgrades.Key ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot and maintain plant automation systems in a manufacturing environmentDiagnose and resolve issues involving PLCs, I/O, sensors, drives/VFDs, communications, and electrical controlsModify PLC programs and support automation-related system improvementsTroubleshoot industrial control panels and automated equipmentRespond to automation downtime events and perform root cause analysisSupport commissioning, upgrades, and optimization of plant automation systemsPartner with operations and maintenance teams to improve system reliability and performanceCommunicate effectively across shifts and within a production environmentWhat Were Looking For5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or PLC-focused manufacturing environmentsStrong hands-on PLC troubleshooting experience with the ability to work directly in PLC logicExperience supporting automated manufacturing equipment and industrial control systemsStrong troubleshooting skills across sensors, drives, I/O, control panels, and communication faultsStrong verbal communication skills in an industrial setting (English)Ability to work a 4-on / 4-off rotating 12-hour shift schedulePreferred ExperienceSiemens PLC experience strongly preferredAllen-Bradley / Rockwell experience also consideredRobotics or automated material handling experienceCommissioning experienceExposure to automation upgrades, controls improvements, or engineering-level project workWhy This Opportunity Stands Out$100k-$120k OTE + 15-20% annual profit sharing bonusOvertime eligibleClear path toward an Automation Engineer position in a Fortune 100 companyOpportunity to work in a highly automated manufacturing environmentHigh-impact role supporting critical plant operationsInterview ProcessPhone interviewTechnical assessmentOn-site interview and plant visitFeatured benefits401(k), Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Tuition assistance, Paid maternity leave, Paid paternity leave, Disability insuranceInterested? Apply to this posting or send an updated copy of your resume to Tyler Foster View email address on click.appcast.io#IND1by Jobble