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*About Miller Industries: *Miller Industries makes the coolest, the biggest, and the baddest towing and recovery vehicles in the world! You've seen our vehicles on such television shows as "Highway Thru Hell", "Wrecked", and "Hustle and Tow". We're extremely proud of the work we do and the quality of product we produce - this is why we hire only the best people. Do you  have what it takes to be part of the World's Largest Manufacturer of Towing and Recovery Equipment? 

From the beginning we've been innovators; we're constantly finding ways to improve our product, grow our company, and make the Miller experience better! At Miller we have your back, you'll quickly learn that you're part of something special. When you see one of our towing and recovery vehicles rolling down the road, you'll feel pride for the work you're a part of.

We are currently looking for driven individuals that share our vision. Some of the specific things that sets us apart from the rest include:

• Bonuses (twice a year) based on company and plant performance
• Regular performance evaluations and merit increases
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development programs
• Career Advancement opportunities
• Family Day Outings
• Free on-site Annual Health & Wellness Screenings
• 40 hours annually of paid sick time in addition to other PTO
• Overtime available

Summary: Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all aspects automated equipment and robots. The Robotic Automation Technician will be responsible for ensuring a strong preventative maintenance program is followed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics. Determine causes of operational problems or failures.

• Disassemble and reassemble robots or peripheral equipment to make repairs such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, and servomotors.
• Assemble equipment or components.
• Maintain electromechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
• Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.
• Maintain operational records or records systems.
• Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.
• Program robotic equipment.
• Document robotics test procedures and results.
• Prepare procedural documents.
• Document design or operational test results.
• Align, fit, or assemble component parts using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
• Attach wires between controllers.
• Test performance of robotic assemblies, using instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
• Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Modify computer-controlled robot movements.
• Build or assemble robotic devices or systems.
• Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.
• Train robots, using artificial intelligence software or interactive training techniques, to perform simple or complex tasks, such as designing and carrying out a series of iterative tests of chemical samples.
• Inspect installation sites.
• Maintain inventories of production supplies such as sensors and cables.
• Fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures, using metalworking machines.
• Develop three-dimensional simulations of automation systems using Robot Studio to ensure accurate and efficient robot programming, testing, and deployment.
• Participate in designing and developing future production capacities by attending production and team meetings.
• Stay informed of manufacturing/product changes and improvements through regular updates provided via team meetings, email, or internal communication platforms. Utilize this information to update maintenance operating procedures and schedules, ensuring minimal downtime for the facility or the manufacturing process.
• Capable of repairing and servicing fabrication equipment and machines such as water jets, plasma's, lathes and laser cutting equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Must be capable of fully utilizing and embracing all technology -- PC's, software programs and proprietary systems.
• Flexibility to travel is essential, as this role involves providing support and sharing expertise across our multiple plant locations. The Robotic Automation Technician will be expected to collaborate with teams at various sites, ensuring the seamless integration and maintenance of our robotic systems.
• Other duties as assigned

Professional Development and Teamwork

Immerse yourself in a culture of continuous learning and teamwork, collaborating with a team of experts.

• Benefit from extensive training programs designed to keep you at the forefront of robotic automation technology for current and upcoming equipment.
• Travel for specialized training sessions is a key aspect of this role, equipping you with the latest industry skills and knowledge.

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or three to five years of relative and verifiable experience and/or training; or equivalent 2-4 years education; or a combination of education and experience. Preferred: Associates degree in an Engineering discipline, Business Administration, Industrial Management, or a related field, or 60 credit hours coursework completed towards one of these programs, plus one to four years related experience, or equivalent combination of job relevant certifications, education, and experience.

Computer Skills: Intermediate computer skills. Experience with LN or other comparable Enterprise (ERP) system desired.

Essential Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Certain reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform applicable essential functions based on the need of the business. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is:

Regularly required to talk and hear.

Required to stand, walk, climb, sit, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Frequently required to use fingers, hands, and arms to handle and reach.

Must frequently lift and/or move 5-30lbs.

Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50+lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Required to work four 12-hour days, occasionally working up to 5 days/week as business demands.

Ability to wear protective gear due to fumes or airborne particles.