Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Mechatronics & Robotics Tech

Location: Sun Prairie, WI

Direct-Hire/Permanent Position

Pay: $28.50 - 29.50 per hour

What this job involves:  

As a Mechatronics & Robotics Technician, you will use your skills to support the Operations Maintenance team in repairing and maintaining material handling equipment and pneumatic systems throughout the building. You will have the opportunity to install, maintain and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment. In addition to developing your skills, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior technicians to grow in their roles.  

 

What your day-to-day will look like:  

• Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures  

• Complete preventative maintenance routines with proper documentation  

• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all Material Handling Equipment (MHE) which includes belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and more  

• Maintain a positive working relationship across all the Operations facility  

• Track and store department inventory  

• Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation  

• Possible travel up to 20%

 

Required Qualifications:  

• High school diploma or equivalent  

• Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts/areas, including weekends, nights and/or holidays  

• 2+ years of experience in the repair of material handling equipment  

• 2+ years of experience conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures  

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field  

• 2+ years of experience with automated conveyor systems and controls  

• 1+ years of blueprint and electrical schematic reading  

• 1+ year of knowledge with electrical and electronic principles  

• Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Safety standards  

• Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) 

• Experience with robotic or electromechanical operation and maintenance  

• Able to troubleshoot basic input and output functions  

 

Physical Demands  

• Repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking  

• Lifting parts and tools weighing on average 20 pounds, occasionally weighing up to 49 pounds  

• Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals) manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation) 

• Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces  

• Standing/walking on concrete surfaces for 10+ hour shifts

• Working at heights (as stated previously) 

• Pushing/pulling wheeled equipment and carts up to 100+ pounds  

• Maneuvering awkward or bulky equipment parts  

• Working in cramped positions under/behind machinery