About Us

Daifuku is the nation's leading independent, U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Automation Tech II works with minimal supervision to resolve electro-mechanical issues and equipment errors on automated material handling systems and related equipment and perform repair and preventive maintenance. Performs on-site set-up, programming, and customer training.

Uses advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair mechanical problems
• Performs PLC troubleshooting and debugging
• Diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems using technical drawings
• Performs on-site set-up, programming, and training
• Completes detailed reports and other paperwork
• Follows up on completed work with customers and other departments to ensure resolution
• Follows all Preventive Maintenance programs
• Completes all assigned training plans
• Complies with all safety programs, policies and procedures
• Employees are responsibleto complywith all requirements ofDaifuku'sQMS policies and procedures.
• Employees are to ensure sustainable process outputs that drive continuous improvement to provide leading industry performance and exceptional customer satisfaction.

• Ability to install, maintain and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components - photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, tachometers. and encoders.
• Knowledge of PLC programs; ability to troubleshoot ladder logic and modify the PLC program as needed
• Ability to mentor, lead, and influence other team members
• Ability to execute assigned tasks
• Ability to interpret and modify mechanical and electrical drawings
• Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to others
• Advanced computer skills including MS Office
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Customer service orientation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented
• Team orientation
• Knowledge of safe industrial work practices