Vitro · 5 hours ago
Industrial Automation & Robotics Technician
Vitro Automotive Glass produces advanced glass products for leading automotive manufacturers and is seeking an Industrial Automation & Robotics Technician at their Crestline, Ohio plant. The role involves developing and optimizing automated processes, programming controls, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance production efficiency and safety.
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Responsibilities
Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process control requirements, layout complexity, cost, quality and lead time limits
Layout new industrial electrical control panels and create electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics
Architect, write and debug PLC ladder logic with and emphasis on generating code that is organized structured, documented, maintainable and reusable
Implement control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, conveyors and other high volume manufacturing equipment
Introduce automated processes into production and train Maintenance and Production Teams to support after deployment into production
Debug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time, improve availability and yield
Working closely with a team of technicians, engineers and mechanics to design, implement, maintain and improve our state-of-the-art processes and serve our customers
Qualification
Required
A basic understanding of the general principles of automation, automated equipment and robotics plus knowledge of the use of this equipment as it applies to line operation
Two (2) or more years of experience in automation controls or similar work with high volume automation and/or electro-mechanical production systems
Two (2) years of previous maintenance technician, industrial electrician or related experience required; five (5) years of experience preferred
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to communicate effectively with operators, peers, management and vendors
Ability to trouble-shoot, analyze and resolve problems
Ability to work independently and support projects to established timelines
Preferred
Associate's degree in electrical engineering, controls and computer systems, mechatronics engineering, automation engineering or equivalent degree is preferred, but equivalent experience may be substituted and considered
Company
Vitro
Vitroa glass is a NA glass manufacturing company.
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