Manufacturing Automation & Controls Technician
Compensation
The Role
Manufacturing Automation & Controls Technician
Assembly SEIBI Technician – Manufacturing Automation & Controls
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Location: Georgetown, KY
(1519910)
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday | On-Site
Overtime: Up to 30%
Travel: Up to 50%, including occasional international travel to Canada and Mexico
Position Overview
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K&K Technical Group is seeking an experienced Assembly SEIBI Technician to support automotive manufacturing operations in Georgetown, Kentucky.
This hands-on technical position focuses on industrial equipment installation, commissioning, PLC troubleshooting, and manufacturing automation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical controls, equipment startup, and production support within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
The technician will work closely with engineering, maintenance, and equipment suppliers to ensure new and modified production equipment meets safety, quality, reliability, and productivity requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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- Support installation, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing equipment.
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial PLC systems, including Toyopuc, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron, or Mitsubishi.
- Review mechanical and electrical drawings, equipment specifications, and control system designs.
- Perform equipment inspections, vendor buyoffs, and functional testing before installation.
- Troubleshoot electrical circuits, industrial controls, sensors, and automated equipment.
- Support industrial robotics, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).
- Assist with equipment modifications, process improvements, and production trials.
- Troubleshoot industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP, FL-Net, and PROFINET.
- Verify equipment safety, quality, and performance during installation and startup.
- Coordinate with vendors, engineering teams, and maintenance personnel to resolve technical issues.
- Provide technical training and equipment support to plant maintenance teams.
- Support manufacturing equipment installations during overtime, shutdowns, and production changes as needed.
Required Qualifications
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- Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance, automation, or electrical controls experience.
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting skills with at least one of the following:
+ Allen-Bradley
+ Toyopuc
+ Siemens
+ Omron
+ Mitsubishi
- Solid understanding of industrial electrical circuits, control systems, and troubleshooting.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.
- Experience with automated equipment installation, troubleshooting, or commissioning.
- Technical degree, trade school certification in Electrical Engineering Technology or Industrial Maintenance, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Ability to travel up to 50% when required.
- Willingness to work overtime, including occasional weekends and shutdown periods.
Preferred Qualifications
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- Automotive manufacturing or high-volume assembly experience.
- Experience with industrial robot programming and teaching.
- Knowledge of AGV/AMR programming and setup.
- Experience with safety scanners, safety circuits, and industrial control systems.
- Familiarity with Ethernet/IP, FL-Net, PROFINET, or similar industrial networks.
- Previous experience supporting new equipment launches, production startups, or SEIBI activities.
- Experience working directly with equipment suppliers during installation and commissioning.
Work Environment
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- On-site position in an automotive manufacturing facility.
- Hands-on work with industrial machinery and automated equipment.
- Requires occasional lifting up to 40 pounds, climbing ladders, standing, bending, and working at heights.
- Must be comfortable working in active manufacturing environments.
Why Join K&K Technical Group?
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K&K Technical Group provides opportunities to work on advanced manufacturing equipment, industrial automation, and large-scale automotive production projects.
This position offers the opportunity to expand your technical expertise while supporting equipment installation, automation improvements, and manufacturing operations.
Apply today to join K&K Technical Group and contribute to advanced automotive manufacturing projects in Georgetown, Kentucky.
Benefits
Estimated- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Paid time off
- Technical training budget
