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Dart Container

Automation Specialist

Federalsburg, MD · On-site

$30.13 - $45/hr

As an Automation Specialist with us, you'll play a crucial role in installing, maintaining, and ... Associate's degree in automation or related field with 3 years of automated manufacturing equipment ...

Dart Container

Automation Specialist

Federalsburg, MD · On-site

$30.13 - $45/hr

As an Automation Specialist with us, you'll play a crucial role in installing, maintaining, and ... Associate's degree in automation or related field with 3 years of automated manufacturing equipment ...

Motiva Controls

We are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Automation Specialist to become a valuable ... Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, manufacturing, or power generation industries preferred.

Dart Container

Automation Specialist

Leola, PA · On-site

Help Bring the Future of Leola Manufacturing to Life! Dart's Leola Campus is expanding, and ... We're looking for an experienced Automation Specialist to help install, maintain, troubleshoot, and ...

Dart Container

Automation Specialist

Leola, PA · On-site

Help Bring the Future of Leola Manufacturing to Life! Dart's Leola Campus is expanding, and ... We're looking for an experienced Automation Specialist to help install, maintain, troubleshoot, and ...

Dart Container

Automation Specialist

Leola, PA · On-site

Help Bring the Future of Leola Manufacturing to Life! Dart's Leola Campus is expanding, and ... We're looking for an experienced Automation Specialist to help install, maintain, troubleshoot, and ...

Dart Container

Automation Specialist

Leola, PA · On-site

We're looking for an experienced Automation Specialist to help install, maintain, troubleshoot, and ... Associate degree in Automation or a related field and 3 years of automated manufacturing equipment ...

Bechtel

Construction Automation Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

Bechtel's Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building an Active ... The Construction Automation Specialist supports the day-to-day operation, setup, and maintenance of ...

Bechtel

Construction Automation Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

Bechtel's Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building an Active ... The Construction Automation Specialist supports the day-to-day operation, setup, and maintenance of ...

Hargrove

Automation Specialist

Waterville, OH · On-site

The Automation Specialist is generally responsible for supervision and technical direction over a ... Contribute to the Approved Manufacturer List (AML) by validating automation equipment performance ...

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Automation Specialist

Federalsburg, MD • On-site

Dart Container
Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$30.13 - $45/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

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7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 89 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Join our team as an 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:  

  • 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Monday - Friday

Who we are…  

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere!  

What we offer…  

  • Competitive pay: $30.13 - $45.00 per hour, based on experience 
  • Weekly pay
  • Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!  
  • Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities  
  • A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety 
  • Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement    
  • Paid holidays and paid time off     

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 Programmable Logic Controllers (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 Statistical Process Control (SPC), Statistical Quality Control (SQC), 5S, 8D, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R), and Design of Experiments (DOE) 

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years.  We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

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.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.
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.

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If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.

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