Automation Tech I
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Daifuku
Phillipsburg, NJ, US
Summary
The Automation Tech II is responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on automated material handling systems. They must also document maintenance activities, manage spare parts inventory, and ensure all work complies with OSHA safety standards.
Job Description
Overview
About Us
Daifuku is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.‐based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in‐house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading‐edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light‐directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you.
Position Summary
Assists with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of all Automated Material Handling systems. Previous material handling system experience is not required for this position.
Responsibilities
- Uses advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair mechanical problems.
- Diagnoses mechanical and basic electrical problems using technical drawings.
- Minimize downtime and unsafe conditions by performing preventative and predictive maintenance.
- Conduct routine inspections of material handling equipment.
- Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment issues.
- Document maintenance activities and repairs.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Assist in inventory management and spare parts tracking.
- Follow all OSHA and internal safety standards.
- Must possess a passport along with the ability to travel to Canada and Mexico.
Qualifications
- 3 years’ experience working as an automotive technician, HVAC system, elevator repair, electrician, building maintenance or experience working with machinery or equivalent experience
- 1-2 years working in material handling industry preferred but not required
- Experience with CMMS platform a plus
- Working knowledge of handheld and power tools and how to use them
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and basic electrical defects
- Ability to interpret both mechanical drawings
- Self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented
- Knowledge of safe industrial work practices
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Customer service orientation
- Ability to work in and contribute to a team setting
- Intermediate computer skills including MS Office
- Ability to follow maintenance manuals and procedures to repair equipment
- Ability to assist in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of all material handling equipment and components is a plus
Hourly Rate: $25.00-$38.00
Job Posting Min Salary
USD $25.00
Job Posting Max Salary
USD $38.00
Daifuku North America, Inc., headquartered in Michigan, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, installation, and service provider of integrated material handling systems with sales and manufacturing locations throughout the continent.
It is comprised of Daifuku Airport America Corporation, Daifuku Automotive America Corporation, Daifuku Services America Corporation, Daifuku Cleanroom America Corporation, Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation and Daifuku Manufacturing Canada Corporation.
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Novi, Michigan
Daifuku North America, Inc., headquartered in Michigan, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, installation, and service provider of integrated material handling systems with sales and manufacturing locations throughout the continent.
It is comprised of Daifuku Airport America Corporation, Daifuku Automotive America Corporation, Daifuku Services America Corporation, Daifuku Cleanroom America Corporation, Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation and Daifuku Manufacturing Canada Corporation.
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Novi, Michigan