Automation Technician Job at Actalent, Akron, PA

  • Actalent
  • Akron, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Responsible for the configuration, setup, operation, and troubleshooting of automated production equipment. This role supports production goals by minimizing downtime, maintaining equipment performance, and ensuring safety and quality standards.

Skills

automation, automated production equipment, automated cable assembly, plc programming, allen-bradley, controls engineering, siemens, hmi, control systems, mechatronics, industrial maintenance, troubleshooting, electrical

Top Skills Details

automation,automated production equipment,automated cable assembly,plc programming,allen-bradley,controls engineering,siemens,hmi,control systems,mechatronics,industrial maintenance,troubleshooting,electrical

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in a technical discipline preferred (Automation, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or similar). 2+ years of experience with automated or industrial equipment preferred. Experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.), HMIs, and control systems required. Robotics experience preferred. Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills required. Ability to read mechanical and electrical blueprints required. Knowledge of IPC 620, wire processing, USCAR, and IATF is preferred.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Akron, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Akron,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work

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