The Operations Automation Specialist serves as a subject matter expert in advanced maintenance systems and technologies, responsible for ensuring optimal performance reliability and safety of production and facility equipment. This position provides high-level technical expertise in areas such as automation controls, electrical distribution, hydraulics, pneumatics, or mechanical systems.
The Maintenance Specialist supports complex troubleshooting, leads improvement initiatives, and contributes to the design and execution of maintenance strategies that enhance plant efficiency and equipment life cycle.
Job Duties
• Serve as the technical expert for assigned systems, e.g. electrical automation, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical. • Lead complex troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair efforts on production and support equipment. • Support engineering and reliability teams in developing predictive and preventive maintenance programs. • Perform advanced testing, calibration, and analysis on equipment using diagnostic and measurement tools. • Provide technical input for equipment design, specification, and capital project planning. • Collaborate with vendors and OEMs to resolve complex issues and implement best-in-class maintenance practices. • Develop and update standard work procedures, PM checklists, and training documentation. • Lead and support continuous improvement projects to improve reliability, safety, and efficiency. • Mentor and train maintenance personnel on advanced systems and troubleshooting techniques. • Utilize CMMS to track performance data, analyze failure trends, and recommend improvements. • Maintain compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and Plant safety standards in all work performed. • Support maintenance planning and scheduling efforts by providing technical expertise. • Perform other duties as assigned to support maintenance and plant objectives.