Automation Technician  |Corsicana, TX | HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Available Shifts: Day Shift (7a-3:30p) 

Comprehensive Compensation Package:

• Pay Rate: $33-$44 per hour - Depending On Experience

Benefits Overview:

• Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
• Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
• Choice of an Employer-Funded Health Care Account (HCA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Integrated healthcare programs – telemedicine, chronic condition, weight management and msk health
• Multiple dental and vision plan coverage options
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Healthcare, dependent care
• Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
• Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee well-being reward program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Child and family care support program
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program
• 401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)

Job Description:

• The primary job function consists of the maintenance and repair of all mechanicals, electrical and electronic components of the automation equipment.
• This will include, rebuilds, general inspections and Preventative maintenance.
• Other duties include diagnose, repair, and/or replace electrical components as necessary.
• Assist in upgrades of process control equipment as new technology develops.
• Maintain an understanding of the latest state of the art control systems.
• Will also assist the shift Operator Mechanics by performing repairs on mechanical systems when needed.
• Good understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting robotics/automation.

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Job Duties of an Automation Technician:

• Electrical duties: performing all major and minor electrical repairs including 480V 3-phase motor repairs/installation, motor starter circuit repairs, VFD drives, photo-optic sensing devices, proximity switches, e-stop circuitry, and group fault detection in accordance to the guidelines established by Pactiv’s “Electrical Safety Program”, read and interpret schematics and basic electrical symbol identification, understand electrical theory including basic OHMS-law application, AC/DC drives, PLC, basic motor control circuits
• Troubleshoot maintenance problems that occur throughout the plant with a major emphasis on electrical problems, to include A.C.(Alternating Current) and D.C. (Direct Current) drives, PLC (programmable logic controllers) as well as basic motor control circuits.
• Maintenance and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and electronic components of automation equipment
• Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance work on automation equipment in a manufacturing/production environment
• Perform maintenance, set-up, and PM on automation equipment in Injection Molding department
• On-call as needed by department and able to be flexible with schedule as needed
• Use standard and metric hand tools to complete tasks and duties
• Mechanical duties: clean, lubricate, and adjust equipment when needed, examine mechanical equipment to diagnose and repair problems, disassemble, repair/replace, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment/devices including motors, conveyors, pumps, belts, chains, etc., read mechanical prints and technical data during installation and repair of equipment, read and interpret PI&D drawings
• May assist with the training of other employees
• Utilize mandatory safety equipment; executes duties in a safe and efficient manner; adhere to all safety rules and regulations
• Assists maintenance and production staff as needed
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Qualifications:

• Analytical, problem solving, and strong electrical and PLC programming,technical skills including mechanical.
• Strong skills in customer service, interpersonal, oral communication, written communications, teamwork, judgment, motivation, planning, organizing, professionalism, quality, quantity, safety, adaptability, attendance, punctuality, dependability, initiative, innovation.
• HS Diploma or Equivalency, preferred associate’s degree.
• 5 + years automation technician experience within Thermoforming and Extrusion industry.

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual, who because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company’s application process should contact hrcompliance@novolex.com.

Novolex is a drug-free workplace.

Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. * THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies. 

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