
Automation Technician
Schaeffler · Cheraw, SC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Controls
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level controls role at Schaeffler (automotive) in Cheraw, SC. Install, configure, and continuously improve automation systems, robot/cobot solutions, and handling technologies for existing and new products.
- They ask for
- degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Robotics, Automation
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How this role compares
Against 13 other live controls postings in South Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 71%
- ✓ Automation 57%
- Union environment 50%
- Root cause 43%
- Team leadership 43%
- ✓ Robotics 29%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Schaeffler in Cheraw
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Full description from SchaefflerAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Provide technical support for new technologies in the areas of automation, vision AI, and robotics.
- ◆Lead and support automation deployment projects, including planning, implementation, and handover to production.
- ◆Install, configure, and continuously improve automation systems, robot/cobot solutions, and handling technologies for existing and new products.
- ◆Troubleshoot and repair automation equipment to reduce downtime and keep production running efficiently.
- ◆Collaborate closely with engineering, maintenance, production teams, and integration partners to improve system performance.
- ◆Document installations, configurations, failures, and corrective actions in a structured way.
- ◆Adapt hardware and software to new product variants and ensure stable automation process performance.
Your
Qualifications
- ✓Associate degree in a technical field such as machine tool technology or industrial technology, or equivalent manufacturing experience
- ✓Experience in project management and automation-related environments
- ✓Strong technical understanding of controls and systems engineering, automation solutions, and AI vision technology
- ✓Confident use of computers, including spreadsheets, project management tools, and word processing in a Windows environment
- ✓Strong communication, troubleshooting, and training skills, with the ability to support operators, technicians, and engineers
- ✓External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship
Our Offering
At Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following:
- ✓Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
- ✓Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
- ✓Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs. Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
- ✓Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.
See all of our benefits at: Schaeffler Benefits
As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.
Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.
https://www.schaeffler.us/careers/
Your contact
Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
Jason Gould
Keywords: Production Engineering;
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