Automation Technician - Nights

Job Description Summary:

What You’ll Do for Us

• Conduct advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on PLC systems, HMIs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, industrial networks, sensors, and control systems to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Interpret and utilize PLC code, wiring schematics, ladder logic, and P&ID diagrams to assess system health and implement corrective measures.
• Install, configure, and test automation components and electrical systems, ensuring safe and reliable equipment operation in compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Monitor performance of automated systems and execute preventive maintenance activities to extend asset life and improve reliability.
• Apply knowledge of electrical safety practices such as LOTO, Arc Flash protocols, and NFPA 70E to maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain and update accurate asset and maintenance records within a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), including parts usage and repair logs.
• Evaluate automation and control processes for efficiency and identify areas for improvement to reduce resource consumption and support sustainability goals.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to implement system modifications, new installations, and process enhancements aligned with production needs.
• Perform calibration of process instruments measuring temperature, pressure, flow, level, and composition to maintain product quality and regulatory compliance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to automation, maintenance planning, and reliability processes across manufacturing operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Technical diploma, associate degree, or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of applied experience in automation, controls, or electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLC programs, HMIs, VFD drives, servo systems, and industrial instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and standards, including NEC and UL508A, as well as safe work practices aligned with NFPA 70E.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and technical documentation for complex control systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial network protocols such as Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and ControlNet; familiarity with switches, routers, and network architecture in an operational setting.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose system faults using advanced diagnostic tools such as voltmeters, multimeters, and network analyzers.
• Competence in CMMS usage for recording maintenance activities, managing work orders, and tracking asset history.
• Commitment to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and operational excellence in a food and beverage production environment.
• Adaptability to evolving technologies, including digital and AI-enabled maintenance platforms, and willingness to continuously develop skills in automation trends.

What We’ll Do for You

• Provide opportunities to develop professional expertise in advanced manufacturing technologies and digital systems in a globally recognized organization.
• Equip you with tools and training to deepen skills in automation, systems integration, and predictive maintenance techniques, ensuring long-term career growth.
• Offer exposure to cross-functional projects focused on optimizing productivity, efficiency, and quality across one of the largest beverage production networks.
• Create an environment where innovation, safety, and sustainability are central to your work, empowering you to make meaningful contributions every day.

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Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

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Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.