Job Description
Location: Coopersville, MI
Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire (Direct Hire Potential for the Right Candidate)
Shift: 3rd Shift | Train on 1st Shift for 3-6 Months
Shift Differential: $1.00/hr
Compensation: $35-$38/hr
Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire (Direct Hire Potential for the Right Candidate)
Shift: 3rd Shift | Train on 1st Shift for 3-6 Months
Shift Differential: $1.00/hr
Compensation: $35-$38/hr
Overview:
We are seeking a Lead Automation Technician to serve as the primary technical resource on 3rd shift supporting automated manufacturing equipment within our electronics and lightbar production operations. This is a hands-on lead role responsible for troubleshooting complex equipment issues, supporting automation systems, and mentoring technicians on shift. This position serves as the last line of defense before issues are escalated to Engineering.
Job Duties:
- Troubleshoot and repair automated manufacturing equipment, production machinery, and test stations to minimize downtime.
- Perform methodical root cause analysis to identify and resolve equipment, sensor, controls, and process-related issues.
- Support and troubleshoot Fanuc robotic systems and automated production equipment.
- Utilize PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and control systems to diagnose equipment faults and restore operation.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Partner closely with Engineering during training and collaborate on complex equipment issues and process improvements.
- Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to Automation Technicians on shift.
- Document equipment failures, repairs, corrective actions, and troubleshooting activities.
- Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical support across both production lines as needed.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment, machinery, or production systems.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills with a proven ability to independently diagnose equipment failures.
- Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment; HMI experience preferred.
- Fanuc robotics experience preferred; training may be provided for the right candidate with strong automation troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with technicians, production personnel, supervisors, and engineers.
- Self-motivated, positive attitude, and comfortable serving as the technical lead on shift.
Ideal Background:
- Lead Maintenance Technician
- Automation Technician
- Electro-Mechanical Technician
- Controls Technician
- Robotics Technician
- Industrial Maintenance Technician
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Coopersville, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $35–$38 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.sterling-engineering.com |
About Company
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.