Lead Automation Controls Technician

Who we are looking for

As our Controls and Automation Technician, you'll work with a highly motivated industrial maintenance team. You will maintain and repair a wide variety of plastics manufacturing equipment, support equipment, and general facilities.

This position is open for the following shift:

• N1: 5:30pm–5:30am, Tuesday–Thursday and every other Monday

What you will work on

You will apply root cause analysis and troubleshooting skills in response to breakdown calls and continuous improvement projects. You will use communication skills and tools to share information with team members, customers, and management on equipment status.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and robotic systems.
• Use advanced controls and automation knowledge, including PLCs, ladder logic, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, and calibrations.
• Use hand tools, machine shop equipment, precision measuring instruments, volt/ohm meters, amp meters, and cutting and welding equipment.
• Use Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems; SAP or eMaint experience is a plus.
• Work with extrusion, thermoform, and zoom processing equipment and support equipment such as material dryers, loaders, and transfer systems.
• Train and mentor junior team members with focused electrical or mechanical repair expertise.
• Initiate and disable equipment as required by OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
• Maintain standardized work procedures for PLC troubleshooting, testing, and automated equipment controls with Manufacturing Engineering peers.
• Order parts, supplies, and equipment from catalogs and suppliers or obtain them from storerooms.
• Perform preventative maintenance on industrial production and mechatronics equipment.
• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical systems, factory automation, and robotics.

Who you will work with

You will work with shift Maintenance Coaches and assist the Planner, Scheduler, and Coordinator in executing preventive maintenance programs and predictive maintenance protocols. You will report directly to the Maintenance Team Coach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Formal training in electronics, control circuitry, and PLCs, or vocational, skilled trade, or military training.
• Five years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in plastics manufacturing.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and fluid power schematics and detailed drawings.
• Skilled in fabricating industrial and manufacturing equipment.
• Able to operate a forklift, manual lift, and scissor lift.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, sit or stand for long periods, and walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, push, or pull.

NIKE, Inc. offers a total rewards package, casual work environment, diverse and inclusive culture, and professional development opportunities. NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.