Automation Technician Job Description Sample Template

JOB TITLE:

  • Automation Technician

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for the safe and continual operation of automated packaging, processing, extraction, and other automated equipment.
  • Responsible for the preventative maintenance of the processing and packaging equipment, as well as any daily equipment/operational issues that may occur with the equipment.
  • Safely repairs, inspects, troubleshoots, and ensures proper operation of processing and packaging equipment throughout the facilities.
  • Performs set-up and changeover of packaging equipment.
  • Interpret technical data – blueprints, manufacturer’s manuals, and specifications.
  • Ensure all production documentation is maintained timely and accurately.
  • At the direction of the Automation Technician Supervisor, partner with operations and production teams to ensure scheduled downtime and proper maintenance of equipment.
  • Support the Automation Technician Supervisor in ensuring the training of other support employees assigned to the packaging line.
  • Performs other related duties and assignments as required.

EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Automation-related technical certification (preferred).
  • 3+ years of experience inspecting, troubleshooting, performing complex repairs, and or installing high-speed packaging and processing equipment.
  • Proficient with lockout tagout procedures (LOTO) and other OSHA safety standards as required.
  • Proficiency and expertise with automated packaging equipment.
  • Ability to read machine prints and perform machine repairs.
  • Must be 21 years of age or older to apply.
  • Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. 
  • This employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or feet, and reach with hands and arms.
  • May be required to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.