Paint Shop Automation Maintenance Technician

The Paint Shop Automation Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving automated systems within the paint shop to ensure maximum equipment uptime, consistent paint quality, and safe operations. The role supports automation across Pre-Treatment, E-Coat, Primer, Basecoat, Clearcoat, Ovens, Inspection Areas, Material Handling Systems, and ASRS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, industrial robots, and automation equipment used in paint shop operations.
• Diagnose electrical, control, sensor, and communication faults to restore equipment quickly and safely.
• Execute preventive maintenance activities for automation systems including conveyors, robots, ovens, elevators, turntables, and ASRS.
• Support commissioning, trials, and validation of new automation equipment, upgrades, and process changes.
• Ensure compliance with machine safety, LOTO, hazardous-area regulations, OEM standards, and internal EHS requirements.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or Equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 2-4 years of hands-on experience in automation maintenance, preferably in a paint shop or highly automated manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and industrial robotic system configuration.
• Certification in industrial automation and/or robotics is strongly preferred.
• Willingness to work shift duties and provide on-call support as per production requirements.

Skills

• PLC, industrial automation, and controls systems
• Industrial robots used in paint applications
• HMI / SCADA diagnostics and alarm handling
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Safety-first and quality-focused mindset