Automation Technician

SCHEDULE

JOB SUMMARY

CORE JOB DUTIES

• Performs monthly preventive maintenance and inspections on all major production equipment within one or more facilities.
• Independently applies skills, experience and general knowledge to a wide range of complex tasks to troubleshoot, adjust, install, repair, dissemble, replace, and reassemble and maintain equipment or facilities.
• Works with outside contractors when necessary.
• Performs all electromechanical maintenance / troubleshooting / validation functions
• Performs all machine coding maintenance / troubleshooting / validation functions
• May assist other departments and engineers with facility and mechanical tasks.
• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation/modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Investigates, develops, and implements new process technologies of moderate to major scope.
• Devises new solution to problems encountered.
• Work independently to perform and complete assigned work orders in a timely manner.
• Providing guidance and training to facility staff on how to use and manage automated systems.
• Maintaining detailed records of installations, repairs, and maintenance activities for future reference and compliance with regulations.
• May act as lead and provide guidance to other facility technicians.
• May identify electrical issues in systems or equipment as they occur.
• May perform unsupervised "walk through" of facility to monitor, check and report on conditions.
• Performs other functions as required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• Associate's degree in manufacturing engineering, engineering technology, or related field; Bachelor's degree, a plus
• Minimum 3 years maintenance experience in a commercial, industrial, or manufacturing environment.
• Must be self-motivated and able to lead others.
• Able to work in a team environment and work with other departments within the company.
• Knowledge of automation, semi-automation systems (PLC, low voltage, pneumatic, hydraulic systems).
• Must have strong trouble shooting skills; effective solutions-based attitude and team-focus style
• Must possess excellent mechanical and basic electrical knowledge, aptitude, and principles.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems and how they integrate into building automation.
• Experience in a warehouse setting, production line environment, GMP/SQF/OSHA/ISO; cannabis industry experience, a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to provide clear direction, to manage and track progress, and communicate outcomes
• Strong ability to multitask and work through constant interruption in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of basic computer and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of CMMS and building automation systems is preferred

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey. Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEED initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all in cannabis. At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.