BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED is required. Previous experience (3+ years)
  with the installation, frequency, drive, and troubleshooting of electrical
  systems. Have previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing

  environment.

• A strong work ethic that includes the ability to work 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts

  while sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting.

• Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or

  without reasonable accommodation.

• A willingness to help with activities that may be outside of your job scope,

  especially as plant operations transition from the construction/set-up

  phase to the final “go-live” phase.

• The flexibility to change shifts as the plant moves into future phases of

  production and operability.

• Employment will be subject to a demonstrated maintenance competency

  via a standardized knowledge check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An associate degree in Electro-Mechanical technology or similar field of

  study.

• Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

• A natural ability for problem-solving and continuous improvement in the

  areas of safety, quality, and productivity

ABOUT US

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

• Troubleshoot scrap and rework
• Monitor the automation cell including ACS and robotics. Make adjustments as needed to optimize production.
• Monitor the molding operations to ensure the press and tooling is performing at proper specification levels.
• Maintain proper temperature ranges for the tooling by using the die temperature control system.
• Perform and authorize any parameter changes needed for each press assigned.
• Create any deviations needed and communicate to production management so changes can be implemented.
• Troubleshoot and assist any issues related to the installed tooling.
• Coordinate support from the maintenance or engineering teams as needed.
• Maintain documentation and log for deviations or parameter changes.
• Work closely and coordinate with the Production, Scheduling and Purchasing teams on all project-related support responsibilities and activities
• Adhere to safety and 5s plant culture
• Perform other plant support as directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain training on all applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies and procedures
  What We’re Looking For
  As an Automation Technician for Kohler Co., you will be an ambassador of the
  Kohler brand and the Vikrell product line. In this role, you will maintain and
  troubleshoot robotic equipment and associate control systems throughout the
  plant. Experience with Fanuc robots and Allen Bradley PLC is required. The
  Automation Technician also contributes to plant-wide controls support of
  PLC’s, VFD’s calibrations and safety control systems. You will be an ideal
  candidate if you are an experienced automation controls or robotic
  professional and are willing to learn and adapt to company needs.
  Ready to make a bold impact? Here’s the qualifications we are looking for: