AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN TRAINEE

SHIFT: SWING (12:00 PM - 8:30 PM) REPORTS TO: AUTOMATION SUPERVISOR / LEAD PURPOSE: Perform work in maintenance, inspection, and repair of facility automation equipment and infrastructure. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment by troubleshooting, adjusting, cleaning, and replacing parts as needed. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of six months as Packaging Machine Operator - Level 1 experience or equivalent, required. Basic knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). General computer knowledge in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office, required. Must have a valid drivers license and maintain a driving record that meets company policy, insurance, and DMV requirements Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening consistent with applicable state and federal law. PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of safety issues and uses safe practices in use of hand tools and power tools, preferred. Basic knowledge of bearings, sprockets, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, belting, and rollers, preferred. Basic knowledge on operations of all packaging line equipment, preferred. Familiarity with automation shop environment a plus. Bi-lingual English/Spanish, a plus. Ability to read and understand written information in English, a plus. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Must be able to move freely between tasks depending on workload. Complete assigned tasks under instruction / guidance of technicians. Perform timely repairs to facility equipment and infrastructure in emergent and non-emergent situations. Assist in the fabrication and installation of systems and devices throughout the facility. Ensure adherence to safety protocols and procedures. Maintain assigned tools, equipment, and supplies in good working conditions. Maintain safe and clean working environment for self and all personnel at the facility. Perform other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day at various heights. Ability to work outdoors. Ability to move in food processing facilities (sometimes through narrow passages, in wet areas, or on elevated platforms). Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to operate hand and power tools. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100 to 120 F and as cold as -20 F to 32 F). Must be able to work in a high noise area. Must be able to move items weighing up to 75 lbs to a height of 4.5 feet and a distance of 2 feet. STARTING WAGE: $23.40 / Hour