Automation Technician Lead (Phoenix)

Title: Automation Technician Lead

Location: Arizona (Onsite)

Duration: 9 months

Rate: $48/hr - $56/hr on W2

Start Date: ASAP

Role Overview: Our client is looking for a senior automation professional who enjoys leading technicians while remaining hands-on with equipment support and troubleshooting. The role focuses on maintaining and improving automated manufacturing systems, supporting production goals, and driving equipment reliability and process efficiency. You will collaborate with engineering, maintenance, quality, and operations teams to resolve technical issues, support equipment upgrades, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The position also plays a key role in technician development through coaching, training, and technical leadership.

*Required Skills:*

5–8+ years of experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment in a production environment

Strong troubleshooting skills with PLC-controlled equipment, servos, sensors, pneumatics, and electromechanical systems

Experience leading technicians, coordinating technical priorities, and supporting equipment reliability initiatives

*Nice to Have:*

Experience with CAPA/RCCA investigations and corrective action implementation

Background in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement programs

Experience supporting equipment installations, startups, qualifications, or process improvement projects

Education: Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Automation, or a related technical field required.

Benefits: This a contract position does not include employer-provided benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to

race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Background Check:

Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States