Automation Technician - Full-time / Part-time

Automation Technician 

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:  Casa Grande, AZ

Opportunity

We are growing! Kohler is opening a new 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility on 200 acres in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande, AZ.  We are looking for passionate talent to join our team.  This role will be based at our Casa Grande facility and will work fully onsite. 

What We Offer:

• This position Starts at $30.00 per hour.
  
• Wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity/parental leave
  
• 401(k) savings plan
  
• Company-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of service
  
• Career advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

As an Automation Technician for Kohler Co., you will be an ambassador of the Kohler brand and the Vikrell product line.  In this role, you will maintain and troubleshoot robotic equipment and associated control systems throughout the plant.  The Automation Technician also contributes to plant-wide controls support of PLC’s, VFD’s calibrations and safety control systems.  You will be an ideal candidate if you are an experienced automation controls or robotic professional and are willing to learn and adapt to Company needs.

Your Job Duties:

• Provide support of robotic troubleshooting and change overs
  
• Provide trouble shooting of 24Volt control systems
  
• Provide operations support of PLC troubleshooting, instrumentation calibrations, and VFD trouble shooting as needed
  
• Develop and maintain the operator and management graphic displays for production information, faults, and related data
  
• Maintain documentation standards when interacting with PLC control systems, electrical drawings, and SAP records
  
• Work closely and coordinate with the Production, Scheduling and Purchasing teams on all project-related support responsibilities and activities
  
• Assist Automation Engineering with control system projects
  
• Attend technical seminars and training to learn and apply applicable innovative products and processes
  
• Adhere to safety and 5s plant culture
  

• Perform other plant support as directed by the supervisor.
  
• Maintain training on all applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies and procedures

Skills/Requirements

What You’ll Need to Bring to the Table:

• High school diploma/GED equivalent required; associate’s degree in Mechatronics,
• Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or similar field of study highly desired
  
• 2+ years’ experience with instrumentation and controls
  
• Experience with Fanuc robots and Allen Bradley PLC is required
  
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting is highly desired
  
• Demonstrated strong work ethic that includes the ability to work 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts while sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting
  
• The flexibility to change shifts as the plant moves into future phases of production and operability
  
• A positive, adaptable, hard-working, and patient mindset
  
• A willingness to help with activities that may be outside of your job scope, especially as plant operations transition from the construction/set-up phase to the final “go-live” phase
  
  

It’s a Bonus if You Also:

• Have previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
  
• Have a natural ability to problem solve and continuously improve safety, quality, and productivity

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen.  So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.  

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.  We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at .

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.  If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact .  Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  

We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal and the .