Automation Technician

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM Are you passionate about starting your career with an organization that values integrity, dedication, and hard work every day? If you are ready to join a reputable independent company with a 100-year history of success, Grede is the place for you, and we value all our employees and their roles as an important part of our united team. What You'll Do: Write, backup, and managed storage of programs for CNC lathes and Machining Centers. Write, backup, and managed storage of vision system programs utilized for robotic cells, presses, molding machines, lathes, and any additional locations where the use of a camera is deemed beneficial. Experience with project management to ensure deadlines are met. Determine what process is causing non-compliance and correct if possible. Design and assist in the installation of robotic cells. Design, program, construct, repair, and test new and old casting gauges for compliant or non-compliant products. Determine what process is causing non-compliance and correct if possible. Research innovations in the Automated Processes. Research and test new cutting tools for lathes and machine centers. Troubleshoot and adjust existing robot and lathe programs. Train new personnel on the operation of lathes and robotic cells. Assist maintenance with technical issues and repairs of Robotic and CNC equipment. Assist with implementation of automated systems plantwide to improve system processes and customer quality wherever possible. Assist with CNC and Robotic equipment integration to PLCs at current and new workstations. Utilize delay time constructively by doing housekeeping or other area improvement activities. Participate in area continuous improvement efforts including Employee Involvement activities. Personal attendance record should remain in compliance with company guidelines. This list is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties as necessary. Able to work overtime as assigned Why You'll Love Working For Us: Comprehensive Benefit Package including Medical andDental coverages Insurance: Life andShort-Term Disability Paid Vacation and Holidays What We Need From You: Approach work assignments in a positive manner and function as a team member. Some robotic and CNC programming experience is preferred. Will train the right candidate. Judgment to perform work and make decisions as to setups and quality w ith concentrated mental and visual attention. Moderate physical exertion. Able to lift to up to 50 pounds. Physical movement includes repetitive motion, with twisting, bending, and standing during the shift. Must be willing and able to wear all required PPE. (Safetygoggles, hearing protections, steel-toe non-slip safety shoes, and gloves as needed.) Grede is proud to support transitioning service members and current military veterans with career opportunities that are a match for their skills gained while serving our country. Military veterans are encouraged to apply. As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges. We believe full‑time employment can be a powerful step toward long‑term success. To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at . We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr