Job Description: The Automation Technician I is responsible for running, maintaining, and fine-tuning programs for all equipment used in related machines used for circuit board assembly in the assigned area. Primarily, this is an entry-level Technician position. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: (Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time).Understand and follow all applicable safety and quality system procedures. Monitor the quality of the product and adjust the machine to comply with quality standards.Assist other Technicians in unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and proto-types as necessary.Monitor the machines during production, resolve issues, and log results. Provide general assistance to the workflow in the department as required.Work on the line to fill in for Machine Operators, as needed.Performs other job-related duties as assigned by primary supervisor.Requirements: Associate’s degree in Electronics, Computer Programming, PC Repair, Automotive, CNC, or equivalent fields. Relative experience may be considered in lieu of degree.Ability to read, speak and understand both verbal and written instructions in the English language.General knowledge of machinery and the ability to take things apart and put them back together.Knowledge of Print Circuit board automation is a plus.Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word.Able to distinguish colors, fine circuit detail, and tones.Good verbal and written skills to communicate well in a diverse team environment.Ability to fill out daily records and logs.Physical Requirements: 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to stand in one area for long periods of time, with minimal breaks.Physical ability to move freely and have sufficient reflexes to perform the same tasks repeatedly using hands to complete the task at a constant rate so the assembly line will not be interrupted. Hand-eye coordination necessary to work with small electronic parts.Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis.