Automation Platform Technician

Located in Shippensburg, PA

This is an on-site position; we will assist with relocation

Your Job

This position will be a part of a dynamic work team and report to the Automation & Robotics Center of Excellence team.

The position will also work with a section serving all geographic regions nationwide.

We are expecting the roles to reside in the Shippensburg, Pennsylvania area.

This is a non-exempt salaried position.

Our Team

We are seeking qualified applicants for the role of Automation Platform Technician supporting the operation of an Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) system in the Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, distribution center .

What You Will Do


* Complete regularly scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM's) on time and per AGV Platform requirements.


* Provide corrective maintenance - including Root Cause Analysis.


* Effectively provide feedback/training to Operator Technicians as needed.


* Use tools and data to predict when maintenance is performed.


* Ensure Asset Strategies are being executed and provide feedback to AGV Platform when changes are needed.


* Track issues/repairs and utilize escalation process via SAP or similar tools.


* Work collaboratively with other internal resources to engage additional platform team members as needed.


* Strong computer skills.


* Ability to work independently and reach out for resources as needed.


* Strong oral and written communication skills.


* Willingness to learn specific skills required to maintain and operate AGV's and supporting automation equipment.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Experience applying Basic PLC knowledge & troubleshooting.


* 2-year degree or higher with an Electronic or Mechanical Technology focus, OR 5 or more years of electrical/mechanical maintenance or troubleshooting experience


* Experience applying basic electrical and mechanical principles, motors, drivers, belts, and bearings.


* Experience in operations and equipment maintenance or manufacturing engineering.


* Experience communicating with various audiences as this role will require communication to all levels of the organization (i.e., via reports, e-mail, verbally, and/or in small/large group settings) in a team environment.


* Experience applying Root Cause Analysis techniques.

What Will Put You Ahead


* Experience with maintenance and/or operation of Automated Guided Vehicles


* Experience in an environment that requires self-direction, multi-tasking, and independent decisions making


* Experience providing technical service across multiple locations


* Experience with electrical safe work practices - NFPA 70-E Electrical Safety Standards

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