Automation Equipment Specialist

Automation Equipment Technician

Summary: Join our dynamic team as an Automation Equipment Technician, where you will be pivotal in ensuring the performance and safety of our distribution center's automated mailing equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare tools and equipment setup ahead of production to ensure maximum safety.
• Conduct intermediate troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of automated mailing equipment.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to efficiently address maintenance challenges while enhancing equipment reliability and minimizing downtime.
• Educate operations employees on the proper usage and basic maintenance of automation machines.
• Complete reports and engage in weekly technical calls.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Automation Technician I team members.
• Assist in updating manuals and programs for automated equipment.
• Participate in in-house automation projects alongside automation engineers.
• Support Automation Helpdesk Level 1 requests.

Education and/or Experience:

• At least two years of experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or automated distribution environment.
• Intermediate skills in Mechanical (including Hydraulics and Pneumatics), Electrical, and Computer systems.
• Basic understanding of industrial machine operating principles.
• Experience with CMMS is a plus.

Characteristics/Skills:

• Strong safety-oriented mindset.
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Word and Excel.
• Effective communicator both verbally and in writing with operators, supervisors, and engineering teams.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Flexibility in scheduling based on business needs.
• Positive and collaborative team player.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to walk, bend, push, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs (more with assistance).
• Capability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a somewhat loud environment, with no damaging levels of noise.
• Adaptability to temperature variations within the distribution center.
• Ability to climb and descend stairs, ladders, and scaffolds, with work conducted at various heights.

As a leading logistics company in one of the fastest growing industries, we at DHL eCommerce are committed to providing our employees and their families with benefits and incentives that promote success at work and home.

• Competitive Pay
• Retirement Savings - 401k with company match
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, along with Well-being programs
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off including vacation and sick leave
• Company Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
• Exclusive Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance & Work Life Program
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Life Insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disability.