Automation Technician

Job Posting Start Date 11-14-2024 Job Posting End Date 01-13-2025 Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, were looking to add an Automation Technician located in Coopersville, Michigan. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Automation Technician role involves supporting automation engineering services activities such as hardware and software design and development. What a typical day looks like: Maintain continuous system operation by adjusting, repairing, replacing, or modifying automation/robotic system components Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components and return to serviceability Perform scheduled preventive maintenance actions on all subsystems and related components Ensure preventative maintenance of robotic and process support equipment are completed on a regularly scheduled basis. Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams including complex automated system drawings. Analyzes engineering test results, and implements changes to resolve problems. Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems. Records procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or method. Maintains software, documentation and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications. Assists engineers in developing and designing hardware and software required for all automation solutions per specifications. Trains other technicians and operators on products, processes and equipment. The experience were looking to add to our team: Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and customers. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to speak and understand English. Demonstrates detailed functional knowledge and may lead process. Demonstrates advanced technical skills. What youll receive for the great work you provide: Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision Life Insurance Matching 401K PTO Tuition Reimbursement Employee discounts at local retailers Job Category Production Engineering Relocation:Not eligible Is Sponsorship Available? No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: