We are seeking an experienced Automation Technician with strong hands-on experience in injection molding automation. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot, program, maintain, and optimize industrial automation systems, including molding robots, PLCs, HMIs, servo motors, motion control systems, VFDs, and pneumatic/hydraulic equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot molding automation systems, including robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.
Respond to equipment alarms and faults to minimize production downtime.
Program and optimize molding robots such as Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, and Wittmann.
Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and part quality.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.
Replace worn components and calibrate sensors, actuators, and other automation devices.
Support mold trials and new product launches by setting up automation sequences.
Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, servo motors, VFDs, and motion control systems.
Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
Work with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve recurring equipment issues.
Support continuous improvement, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
Maintain robot program backups, maintenance records, and equipment documentation.
Ensure automation equipment operates in accordance with applicable safety, ISO, FDA, and GMP requirements.
Required Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in injection molding automation or a related field.
Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.
Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, industrial sensors, VFDs, and motion control.
Experience with servo motors and pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics.
Familiarity with EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) design and maintenance.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Technical certification or Associate's degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Industrial Automation, or a related field is preferred.
Preferred Skills:
Injection Molding Automation
Robot Programming
PLCs
HMIs
Servo Motors
Motion Control
VFDs
Pneumatics & Hydraulics
EOAT
Vision Systems
Preventive Maintenance
Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen
Numbers & Facts
Location
Pelzer, SC
Skills
Automationunmatched
Automation Systemsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Control Systemsunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Industrial Roboticsunmatched
Injection Moldingunmatched
Lean Manufacturingunmatched
Machine Toolunmatched
Molding Processesunmatched
Motion Controlunmatched
Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Product/Service Launchunmatched
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Servomechanismunmatched
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