Automation Technician (All Shifts Available)Build the future of food. Join the team transforming food logistics. Be part of a dynamic and fast‑growing global company. Find your future with NewCold.Why join NewCold?Competitive compensation & career growth. We value our people and their families. Expect generous pay and opportunities to advance. In a fast‑scaling company like NewCold, your career can grow in multiple directions. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your skills, NewCold has the path for you.Culture of collaboration & innovation. Our most important asset is our diverse team. We collaborate, problem‑solve, and innovate together to keep the world's food fresh and safe. At NewCold, we foster an environment where your ideas are heard, and we rely on every individual to shape the future of our operations.Your role as Automation TechnicianKey responsibilities:Ensure all equipment is maintained according to supplier guidelines. This includes conveyors, cranes, refrigeration systems (evaporators and condensers), fire protection, freezer doors, pallet‑handling equipment, dock doors and other mechanical systems.Perform planned preventive maintenance and repairs in a timely and safe manner, with minimal impact to normal operations.Communicate with Planners and System Operators about equipment downtime.Perform planned preventive maintenance on equipment while minimally impacting normal operations.Troubleshoot, repair and/or replace components in conveyors, cranes, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, and other mechanical systems.Troubleshoot and fix problems with control systems, low‑voltage and high‑voltage electrical systems.Coordinate with Planners and System Operators to ensure repairs are communicated to the team and scheduled with minimal impact to normal operations.Set up and operate machine tools such as milling machine, grinder, drill, etc. to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, as required.Operate cutting torch and welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.Ensure actions are executed in conformance with OSHA, FSDA requirements, and all other company policies to maintain a safe working environment.Perform testing of fire suppression systems, fire alarms, and ammonia alarms, as required by local regulations.Monitor ammonia refrigeration system and optimize performance.Understand all equipment service agreements and warranties.Coordinate with equipment suppliers for warranty claims, annual maintenance, and significant repairs.Report, plan and track all maintenance and engineering issues using maintenance software.Keep accurate registration of spare parts and tools in line with company policy.Perform general facility maintenance including minor plumbing, general, electric, lighting and minor.QualificationsMinimum of 2-5 years of work experience in industrial maintenance or related field.Hands‑on mechanical, electrical and facilities maintenance background.Automated equipment maintenance experience highly preferred (conveyors, automated cranes, palletizers, ASRS).PLC experience a plus.Education / CertificationHigh School Degree.Associate's degree or equivalent level of training.Equal Employment OpportunityNewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.#J-18808-Ljbffr
