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Automation Technician (1st, 2nd or 3rd shift)

Crescent City Recruitment Group

Kansas City, MO

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, Automation, Automotive Automation, Automotive Industry, Communication Skills, Composite Materials, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Extrusion, Fanuc Robotics, Identify Issues, Injection Molding, Ladder Logic, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, OSHA, Physical Demands, Plastic Injection Molding, Plastics Manufacturing, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Support, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Quality Engineering, Robotics, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Servomechanism
LOCATION
Kansas City, MO
POSTED
Today
Automation Technician (1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift) - Kansas City

Company Overview
Our client is a leading plastics manufacturer serving the automotive industry for over 40 years, offering advanced solutions in injection molding, TPO/TPE materials, extrusion,and engineered composites.

Position Summary

The Automation Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving automated systems in a plastic injection molding environment. This role ensures maximum production uptime by supporting robotics, PLC-controlled equipment, and auxiliary automation while meeting safety, quality, and IATF 16949 standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Troubleshoot and repair:
    • Robotics (Fanuc, Wittman, Sepro, Viper)
    • End-of-arm tooling (EOAT)
    • Conveyors and part handling systems
  • Diagnose PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and drives
  • Perform preventative and predictive maintenance
  • Assist with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
  • Support robot programming and cycle time improvements
  • Read electrical schematics and ladder logic
  • Drive continuous improvement (scrap reduction, uptime)
  • Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions
  • Respond quickly to downtime events
  • Support mold changes and automation setups
  • Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams
  • Ensure OSHA and plant safety compliance
  • Support IATF 16949 quality systems
Basic Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or technical certification (preferred)
  • 2-5+ years automation experience (automotive preferred)
  • Injection molding experience strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of:
    • PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
    • Robotics systems
    • Electrical systems (24V, 120V, 480V)
    • Sensors, vision systems, servo drives
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication skills
Physical Requirements
  • Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders
  • Lift up to 50 lbs
  • Work in industrial manufacturing environment
Working Conditions
  • Industrial environment with temperature variation
  • Exposure to noise, heat, and moving equipment
  • Injection molding and automation cells
  • Overtime and weekend work as needed
Compensation & Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) with match
  • Paid holidays & vacation
  • Advancement opportunities
Key Differences Between Shifts

1 Primary Difference: Work Schedule

The ONLY real difference across all three descriptions is the shift designation:
  • 1st Shift Day shift (typically ~6am-2pm or similar)
  • 2nd Shift Afternoon/evening (~2pm-10pm)
  • 3rd Shift Overnight (~10pm-6am)
The job duties, qualifications, and responsibilities are identical across all three roles.

2 Operational Expectations by Shift (Implied, Not Explicitly Stated)

1st Shift (Days)
  • More interaction with:
    • Engineering
    • Management
    • Continuous improvement teams
  • More involvement in:
    • Projects
    • Process improvements
    • Meetings
2nd Shift (Afternoons)
  • Transition shift between day and night
  • Balanced mix of:
    • Troubleshooting
    • Some project carryover
  • Less management presence than 1st shift
3rd Shift (Nights)
  • Heavy focus on:
    • Troubleshooting
    • Keeping production running
  • Typically:
    • Minimal engineering support onsite
    • More independent work
    • Higher urgency response to downtime
3 Work Environment Reality

Even though all descriptions state the same:

"Work off-shift, weekends, and overtime as needed"

In reality:
  • 2nd & 3rd shifts are more likely to:
    • Handle emergency breakdowns
    • Work with reduced support staff
    • Operate more autonomously

About the Company

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Crescent City Recruitment Group

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