Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

• 497185
• Longview, Texas, United States
• STEMCO
• Operations
• Full-Time/Regular

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Join STEMCO as an Automation Technician and help drive manufacturing excellence through the maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of advanced automation systems and production equipment.

In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting the reliability and performance of manufacturing operations by maintaining automated assembly equipment, PLC-controlled systems, and plant production equipment. You will work alongside operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and support a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do:

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated assembly equipment and production machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled systems, electrical controls, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment issues to minimize production downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Program, troubleshoot, and support Allen Bradley PLC systems and ladder logic applications.
• Maintain and repair production equipment including metal stamping presses, rubber molding machines, packaging equipment, and automated work cells.
• Support robotic and automated equipment used throughout manufacturing operations.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Perform basic fabrication and mechanical repairs as needed.
• Assist with machinery installation, equipment upgrades, and plant improvement projects.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to increase equipment reliability and operational performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Partner with production teams to support operational goals and equipment availability.

Your Role in Our Values

At Enpro, our values of Safety, Excellence, and Respect guide how we work, collaborate, and grow. In this role, you will have opportunities to live these values every day by creating safe environments, driving meaningful results, and building respectful relationships.

Safety:

Champion a culture of safety by embracing the Enpro Safety Pledge in everything you do. Look for ways to improve safety in your work, your team, and the broader organization, because safety starts with each of us.

Excellence:

Bring your full self to work. Focus on creating value, driving innovation, and continuously improving how we work.

Respect:

Create space for every voice to be heard. Foster a workplace built on mutual respect, where people feel valued and empowered to contribute to both personal and organizational success.

What You'll Bring:

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience troubleshooting and programming PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with Allen Bradley PLCs and ladder logic programming.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, motor controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, and I/O-Link devices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, repair manuals, and technical documentation.
• Experience performing preventive and predictive maintenance in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely work around electrical systems up to 480 volts.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
• Experience working with robotic systems and automation equipment.
• Experience supporting automated assembly equipment.
• Welding or fabrication experience.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and equipment upgrades.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical demands, including frequent handling of tools, equipment, parts, and materials.
• Continuous mental and visual concentration required to perform electrical, electronic, mechanical, building, and equipment maintenance duties.
• Frequent exposure to machinery, moving equipment, electrical systems, noise, dirt, oil, and industrial environments.
• Exposure to water, oils, chemicals, and cleaning agents.
• Ability to safely operate or work around forklifts and lifting equipment.
• Ability to work overhead, in confined spaces, and around energized equipment while maintaining established safety protocols.

EEO and Culture Statement:

Enpro is a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences. The company operates in two segments: Sealing Products and Advanced Surface Technologies.

At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job.