Automation Specialist
Dart Container, Leola, PA, United States
Automation Specialist!
We are a leading provider in the production of high-quality foodservice packaging solutions known for our commitment to innovation and excellence. As an Automation Specialist with us, you'll play a crucial role in installing, maintaining, and repairing automated machinery and computer‑controlled systems that drive our operations forward.
Shift Availability
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
What You’ll Do
Support automation projects: Install, maintain, repair, test, and troubleshoot complex automated equipment.
Lead process improvement initiatives and cross‑functional team projects.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls problems, including non‑routine issues.
Use programmable logic controllers (PLC) for basic and ladder logic, interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints for diagnosis.
Analyze test data, compile documents, and perform calculations to determine root causes and corrective actions.
Read, interpret, draw, and update mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical schematics and drawings.
What You’ll Need
Associate’s degree in automation or related field with 3 years of automated manufacturing equipment installation and maintenance experience, or high school diploma with 5 years of equipment installation and maintenance experience, preferably in automated manufacturing.
Proficiency in reading, writing, interpreting, and drawing mechanical and electrical diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
Thorough understanding of NFPA 70 Electrical Code.
Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, industrial controls, and instrumentation.
Advanced troubleshooting skills with PLC, including ability to modify ladder logic, and proficiency in reading and writing wiring diagrams and schematics.
Familiarity with, or ability to learn, various statistical and quality methodologies including but not limited to SPC, SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, RCA, R&R, and DOE.
Benefits
Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities.
Supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety.
Approved job‑related training and tuition reimbursement.
Paid holidays and paid time off.
Health, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k) with company matching; paid vacation; short‑term disability; tuition assistance; product discounts.
Dart Container is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
Dart Container is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/
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We are a leading provider in the production of high-quality foodservice packaging solutions known for our commitment to innovation and excellence. As an Automation Specialist with us, you'll play a crucial role in installing, maintaining, and repairing automated machinery and computer‑controlled systems that drive our operations forward.
Shift Availability
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
What You’ll Do
Support automation projects: Install, maintain, repair, test, and troubleshoot complex automated equipment.
Lead process improvement initiatives and cross‑functional team projects.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls problems, including non‑routine issues.
Use programmable logic controllers (PLC) for basic and ladder logic, interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints for diagnosis.
Analyze test data, compile documents, and perform calculations to determine root causes and corrective actions.
Read, interpret, draw, and update mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical schematics and drawings.
What You’ll Need
Associate’s degree in automation or related field with 3 years of automated manufacturing equipment installation and maintenance experience, or high school diploma with 5 years of equipment installation and maintenance experience, preferably in automated manufacturing.
Proficiency in reading, writing, interpreting, and drawing mechanical and electrical diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
Thorough understanding of NFPA 70 Electrical Code.
Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, industrial controls, and instrumentation.
Advanced troubleshooting skills with PLC, including ability to modify ladder logic, and proficiency in reading and writing wiring diagrams and schematics.
Familiarity with, or ability to learn, various statistical and quality methodologies including but not limited to SPC, SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, RCA, R&R, and DOE.
Benefits
Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities.
Supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety.
Approved job‑related training and tuition reimbursement.
Paid holidays and paid time off.
Health, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k) with company matching; paid vacation; short‑term disability; tuition assistance; product discounts.
Dart Container is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
Dart Container is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/
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