Advanced Manufacturing | Highly Automated Environment

Why This Role

Were seeking an Automation Technician to support and optimize a highly automated manufacturing operation. In this role, youll work handson with robots, conveyors, vision systems, and PLCcontrolled equipmentkeeping systems running efficiently while supporting preventive maintenance, continuous improvement, and quality standards.

This is a great opportunity for an automationfocused technician who enjoys advanced troubleshooting, robotics, and working in a clean, stateoftheart facility.

What Youll Do

* Monitor, diagnose, and troubleshoot industrial automation equipment
* Maintain and repair robots, conveyors, vision systems, and auxiliary automation equipment
* Perform PLC and electrical troubleshooting on automated production systems
* Develop, execute, and improve preventive maintenance plans
* Optimize automation processes to improve efficiency, uptime, and quality
* Build, repair, and calibrate robotic endofarm tooling (EOAT), fixtures, and related systems
* Support quality control using vision inspection systems
* Backup, modify, and optimize automation programs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
* Follow company, safety, and environmental standards at all times
* Document changes, procedures, and technical details as needed

What Were Looking For

* Handson experience with industrial automation systems
* Strong PLC and electrical troubleshooting skills
* Experience working with robotics (Fanuc preferred)
* Siemens PLC experience strongly preferred
* Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and vacuum systems
* Experience with HMI and SCADA systems
* Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical documentation
* Strong technical troubleshooting and problemsolving skills

Nice to Have:
* Injection molding or plastics manufacturing experience
* Exposure to Germanbuilt machinery
* PLC programming experience
* Technical degree or automationrelated training
* Strong technical writing and documentation skills
* Microsoft Office proficiency

Whats Offered

* Directhire position
* $2/hr shift differential for offshift work
* Matching 401(k)
* Annual raises and performancebased bonuses
* Ongoing technical training and skillbuilding opportunities
* Clear advancement paths through internal mobility and leadership development
* Gift cards for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions

Work Environment

* Clean, climatecontrolled manufacturing facility
* Brandnew equipment and machinery
* Highly automated, stateoftheart production environment

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hickory, NC.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hickory,NC.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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