Automation Technician L

Location: Mt. Sterling, IL

Department: Automation Maintenance

Reports To: Equipment & Automation Supervisor

Wage Range: $34.35 to $43.82 per hour (includes nightshift differential)

As an Automation Technician you will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems, and troubleshoot PLC programs associated with automated systems and material handling equipment. You'll help keep automated operations running safely and reliably through preventative maintenance, repairs, assisting in equipment fault recovery, and continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform hands-on troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, and installations on automated systems and material handling equipment to support safe and reliable operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on automated systems and equipment-including stretch wrappers, pallet handling and sorting equipment, battery handling equipment, conveyors, and associated electrical, mechanical, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Respond to equipment faults and breakdowns, assisting with rapid recovery efforts to minimize downtime and restore system performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history through consistent use of the CMMS.
• Collaborate closely with operations and maintenance teams to support automation upgrades, system improvements, and ongoing operational needs.
• Follow all safety, LOTO, and regulatory requirements while promoting a strong safety culture across all automated and material handling systems requirements.
• Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste; lead continuous improvement efforts

YOU MUST HAVE

• High school diploma or general equivalency degree
• Valid driver's license
• Sufficient vision and hearing necessary to perform duties safely
• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Associate degree, electrician's certificate or military equivalent
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• PLC (Allen-Bradley) troubleshooting experience
• Prior experience working with automated systems
• Safety training and/or certification

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Schedule: Full Time, Sunday-Wednesday, 7:00PM - 5:30AM
• Working in -5 to 95-degree temperatures for extended timeframes
• Working at heights
• Subject to mandatory overtime and on call schedules

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
• Significant advancement opportunities

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.