AutomationRobot Specialist

Summary

The Dedicated Automation Technicianis responsible forthe reliability sustainment and performance of automated manufacturing systems. This shift-based role executes precision preventive maintenance responds rapidly to downtimeidentifiesearly signs of equipment failure and restores automated cells safely and efficiently. The technician supports continuous improvement by documenting maintenance activity and recurring failure modes communicating chronic issues to Automation Engineering and strengthening operators basic troubleshooting capability.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on robots PLCs conveyors vision systems servo systems pneumatics electrical devices and related automation componentsin accordance withstandardized procedures.

Serve as the first responder for automation failures; diagnose electrical mechanical controls robotic network and process-related faults and restore equipment safely with minimal production impact.

Monitor equipment condition andidentifywear abnormal noise degraded performance and otherearly failureindicators before breakdowns occur.

Complete equipment inspections adjustmentscomponentreplacements backups calibrations and functional checks within the technicians authorized scope.

Record work performed parts used downtime corrective actions and failure modes in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Escalate complex or recurring issues to Automation Engineering or the Automation Specialist with clear diagnostic evidence and recommended follow-up actions.

Support root-cause analysis and reliability improvement activities byidentifyingrepeat failures and providingaccuratemaintenance history.

Train and coach production operators on safe basic automation troubleshooting and proper escalation practices.

Follow all applicable safety procedures including lockout/tagout electrical safety robot safety and emergency-stop validation.

Performance Expectations

Complete 100% of assigned preventive maintenance tasks on time.

Respond promptly to downtime events with a targetinitialresponse of less than 15 minutes.

Reduce mean time to repair and improve equipment recovery time.

Minimize repeat failures byidentifyingchronic issues and supporting permanent corrective actions.

Maintainaccuratetimelymaintenance records and communicate emerging reliability risks clearly.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance automation mechatronics electrical technology ora relatedfield preferred.

Three or more years of industrial maintenance experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment.

Demonstratedmechanical aptitude structured troubleshooting ability and capacity to read electrical schematics wiring diagrams mechanical drawings and P&IDs.

Specific Technical Requirements

Rockwell PLC and HMI systems: Intermediate troubleshooting and basic authorized modifications using Studio 5000 FactoryTalk View andRSLinx. Must be able to read ladder logic; monitor tags and I/O; perform basic online edits such as timer values and counter presets; use approved I/O forcing practices; interpret fault codes; troubleshoot I/O modules; verify communications; and use trends and force tables.

FANUC robots and collaborative robots: Operational troubleshooting basic teach-pendant programming position teaching simple motion edits I/O verification program backup and restoration position-register changes alarm interpretation servo fault diagnosis mastering and calibration verification battery replacement lubrication cable inspection end-of-arm tooling troubleshooting hand-guiding safety-zone verification and collision-sensitivity adjustment.

Vision systems: Basic setup and troubleshooting of Keyence and Cognex systems including job or sceneselection lighting focus exposure image review pass/fail thresholds basic inspection-tool parameters camera positioning lens maintenance and communication verification.

Mechanical and pneumatic systems: Troubleshooting and adjustment of cylinders valves air-pressure controls conveyors belt tracking motors sensors and related mechanical components.

Electrical and servo systems: Safe use of a multimeter for voltage continuity and resistance testing; sensor replacement and wiring verification; emergency-stop circuit testing; and basicKinetixdrive encoder andservo-systemdiagnostics.

Industrial networks: BasicEtherNet/IP diagnostics device-presence and IP-address verification switch-indicator review ping testing cable continuity testing and connector inspection.

Certifications and Training

FANUC Handling Tool Operations training.

OSHA 10-Hour General Industry training.

Lockout/Tagout Authorized Employee qualification.

NFPA 70E arc-flash safety awareness.

FANUC maintenance and collaborative robot safety training preferred.

Rockwell ControlLogix Maintenance and Troubleshooting (CCP253) and Studio 5000 Basic Operations training preferred.

Keyence CV-X Basic Operations and Cognex In-Sight Essentials training preferred.

Confined-spaceentry trainingwhen applicable to the work area.

Software and Documentation

Workingproficiencywith a CMMS such as SAP PM Maximo oran equivalentsystem.

Basicproficiencywith Microsoft Excel and Outlook for data logging communication and work-order support.

Ability to use tablets smartphones and approved mobile oraugmented-realitytools for maintenance documentation and troubleshooting.

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