Automation Technician
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Job Location DYMC DAYTON MIX CENTER
Job Description
Click the link below to view DYFC and what you could be doing as an Equipment Owner. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HE6z5SqY_44 The starting base pay is $22.95, with an additional shift adder based on the shift you are interested in.
Operations Schedule
This site operates continuously 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Scope of Work
Mechanically skilled technicians perform various types of work, such as:
- Maintaining and troubleshooting automated equipment included but not limited to autonomous robots responsible for case, layer and/or pallet movements
- Performing preventive maintenance and calibrations on equipment
- Troubleshooting, monitoring, & improving equipment and systems
- Analyzing trends and technical data to gain insights of the equipment and systems, and identify issues proactively
Building technical skills in others Work Hours
- Able to work 12-hour shifts, schedules is a 2-2-3 bi-weekly rotation schedule. Shifts are assigned depending on business need. We cannot guarantee your preference of shift is what you will be assigned. Day shift is 6:00am-6:30pm and night shift 6:00pm-6:30am.
Flexibility
Technicians will work rotating shifts.
Overtime
Overtime may be required on weekends and/or holidays. Mechanically skilled technicians are being hired as skilled members of our warehouse operations teams. Mechanically skilled technicians are responsible for reducing equipment downtime, troubleshooting mechanical and systematic issues, eliminating defects, and building technical mastery. They focus on initiating and implementing continuous improvement projects with the goal of delivering the best product, at the lowest cost, with the highest quality, on time every time, and in a safe environment.
They have mechanical technical mastery in order to successfully troubleshoot problems and to proactively improve production systems. Mechanically skilled technicians have the opportunity to become equipment area owners. This could involve creating processes and designs to improve their areas’ performance.
Job Qualifications
Requirements to
Apply
- Minimum of a high school diploma/GED & 2-years of technical experience in manufacturing or like industry
- Applied mechanical skills in an industrial environment
- Should be knowledgeable about different types of machinery and equipment commonly used in manufacturing including various types of engines, pumps, compressors, conveyors, gears, bearings, and other mechanical components. Understanding the working principles, construction, and operational characteristics of these systems enables technicians to diagnose problems and perform maintenance or repairs.
- Proficiency in using a wide range of tools and instruments is essential for a mechanical technician.
They should be well-versed in the use of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and precision instruments for tasks such as disassembly, assembly, measurement, alignment, and testing.
System Integration
- In addition to understanding individual components, a mechanical technician should have a grasp of how various components interact within a larger system. This includes knowledge of system integration, control mechanisms, automation, and interconnections with electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems. Understanding system behavior and interdependence is crucial for effective troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Strong technical troubleshooting, problem-solving, issue resolution, and root cause analysis for mechanical issues
- Interpersonal and teamwork skills Successful completion of a Technical Interview will be required as part of the application process.
Upon hire, you will be expected to remain in the ALPS department for at least 18 months before being eligible for roles in alternate departments.
Just so you know
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status or any other legally protected factor. Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. For more information regarding who is eligible for hire at P&G along with other work authorization FAQ’s, please click HERE Procter & Gamble participates in e-verify as required by law.
Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed Job Schedule Full time Job Number R000156980 Job Segmentation Plant Technicians Starting Pay / Salary Range $22.95 / hour
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