Automation Technician

SRG Global Inc.

has an opening for an Automation Technician at our Newbern, TN facility.

Job Summary: We are seeking a strong individual with the right virtue and talent to join our team.

The purpose of this job is to provide electrical control support for the plant.

Main Responsibilities:


* Maintain a safe working environment, adhere to safety principles, and maintain accepted housekeeping standards.


* Inspects, repairs, installs, modifies, and maintains electrical / electronic systems, circuits and equipment.


* Trouble-shoots PLC's and relay logic controls


* Terminates wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components


* Diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools


* Installs conduit, pulling wire and cable


* Assists electricians and electronic technicians with various tasks


* Adheres to all safety requirements including lockout / tagout procedures


* Performs work as a team member to assist in the completion of assigned tasks


* Performs work on multiple heights / levels


* Regularly perform preventative maintenance projects and assignments


* Comply with all safety rules, company rules and guidelines


* Demonstrate excellent attendance


* Willing to work overtime and willing to work on any shift as required


* Must have a good understanding of AC (110-240-460 Electrical Circuits)

Required Qualifications:


* High School diploma or GED

• Demonstrated experience in trouble-shooting PLC's and industrial electronics.

• Must also be able to repair high-speed equipment and able to wire and trouble-shoot 3-phase motor control circuits.

• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent

• Must have 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

• Ideally, have completed an apprenticeship and/or formal training in the area of specialty.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or walk on concrete floor for 8+ hours and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

• Requires hand, arm back, and leg strength; also, bending and squatting ability

• Must have eye, foot, and hand coordination, and be able to do repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine motor manipulation


* Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures and perform work indoors/outdoors as needed

Company Overview:

SRG Global, a Guardian company, is one of the world's leading manufacturers of high value coatings on plastic for the automotive, commercial truck and consumer goods industries.

Our Newbern, TN location is one of twelve facilities throughout North America, Europe and Asia.

We are a growing and dynamic company that is customer focused, fast paced and results driven.

About SRG Global Newbern:


* Established in 2001


* SRG Global was born in 2009 when acquired by Guardian Industries


* 3 shift operations with injection molding, paint, and assembly


* Current facility approximately 300,000 square foo...