Automation Technician
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Summary
Virginia Beach, United States
Full-time
1+ years
About this Job
About Us
As a family-owned company, it’s the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.
We are seeking a Automation Technician to join the team. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it is a great time to join the STIHL team!
Why You’ll Love Working at STIHL:
Competitive pay with multiple bonus opportunities and potential for annual merit increases
Excellent health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Onsite Health & Wellness Center for employees and eligible family members
Company-paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
Robust retirement offerings including:
A fully vested Pension Plan after 5 years
A 401(k) with generous employer match
Paid time off including 11 Paid Holidays
A strong culture of stability, community, and innovation
About You
You repair, modify, and maintain all robotic automation cells for Polymers. You perform all necessary equipment changeovers as required by production planning, and you support Process Engineering with equipment modifications and project work.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance of automation equipment (i.e. 6-axis robots, support equipment, End-of-Arm Tooling, pad printers, part feeding systems, vision inspection systems, etc.).
- Performs automated equipment changeover procedures and make adjustments as required to maximize equipment performance.
- Performs Fanuc robot program position touchups and minor program modifications to maximize equipment performance.
- Performs basic troubleshooting on electromechanical and pneumatic equipment.
- Responsible for setting up, troubleshooting, and modifying the robotics End-of-Arm Tooling used to handle parts.
- Completes daily report detailing any significant issues relating to equipment performance.
- Completes or generates required paperwork to record set up procedures, settings, etc.
- Assumes additional related responsibilities as needed.
Specifications
Education: Associates Degree in mechanical / electrical technology preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Performs work under general supervision. Handles moderately complex issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft office software, including Word, Excel, Power Point & Office.
- Working knowledge of electromechanical and pneumatic systems.
Work Experience: 1+ years of related experience and/or training preferred.
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