Engineering Technologist - Manufacturing Automation

Continental - Auburn, IN

Full-time - Entry Level

Auburn, IN

10,001+ employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The position involves supporting, implementing, and maintaining automation systems for compounding equipment within a manufacturing environment. The role requires troubleshooting PLCs, assisting with capital spending projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, the position includes training maintenance technicians and supporting various operational programs.

Responsibilities

• Support, implement and maintain automation systems for compounding equipment
• Troubleshoot PLCs (Siemens and Allen-Bradley)
• Assist with capital spending projects and implementations
• Work with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement projects
• Support and train maintenance technicians
• Support TPOC, Gemba and 5S programs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Technology or related field
• 2+ years of hands-on experience working with control systems in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs or equivalent PLCs
• PLC troubleshooting/Automation skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition & Employee Discounts
• Annual Bonus
• Employer 401(k) Match