Automation Technician
Job Description
- Perform troubleshooting and repairs on automated assembly lines
- Maintain and adjust mechanical components of production machinery
- Read and interpret electrical schematics
- Work with pneumatic systems
- Ensure proper functioning of high-speed manufacturing equipment
- Adhere to clean room protocols and safety standards
- Collaborate with team members to optimize production efficiency
- Identify and resolve technical issues quickly to minimize downtime
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
- Document maintenance activities and equipment performance
- 2-5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or related field
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems
- Ability to read and understand technical documentation and schematics
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred
Meet Your Recruiter

Max Francis
Technical Recruiter
Max Francis is a seasoned Engineering Recruiter specializing in the Automation Division at Sterling. With five years of invaluable experience in recruitment, Max is on a mission to help individuals find their perfect career move—one that aligns with their professional goals and supports their families.
As an Engineering Recruiter, Max excels in the Automation Division, leveraging his deep industry knowledge to connect candidates with opportunities tailor-made for their unique skill sets and aspirations. He understands that finding the right career move is a pivotal moment in people's lives, and he thrives on being a part of that journey.
What Max finds most exciting and rewarding about his work is the opportunity to guide individuals to their ideal career fit. He recognizes that this transition is an exhilarating time for most people, and he derives immense satisfaction from helping them navigate the path toward their next professional adventure.
Max's advice to job seekers is grounded in the value of connections. He believes that having a well-connected recruiter within the industry you aspire to be in can open doors to companies and positions that may not be readily available on job boards. In today's competitive job market, he encourages candidates to connect with a recruiter early in their job search journey. While he advocates for candidates to continue their independent job searches, he emphasizes the benefit of having an additional set of experienced eyes on the market.