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Dundee, FloridaSummary:

The Packaging Automation Shop Technician is a hands-on technical role responsible for the assembly maintenance, repair, testing, and preparation of automated packaging machinery and related equipment within the shop environment. This position supports field service operations by ensuring automation systems are properly built, configured, inspected, and ready for installation at customer facilities. The Shop Technician reports directly to the Shop Foreman and works closely with Field Technicians and Operations to maintain equipment quality, reliability, and deployment readiness. This role requires strong mechanical and technical aptitude and foundational knowledge of electrical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, motor controls, and PLC-based equipment, along with the ability to work with industrial automation machinery while following company standards and procedures.

Key Position Responsibilities:

Assemble, install, and configure automated packaging machinery, subassemblies, and components according to engineering drawings and specificationsTroubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, PLC, motor, and control-related issues within the shop environmentPerform preventive maintenance, inspections, and functional testing on packaging automation systems prior to deploymentSupport equipment rebuilds, refurbishments, retrofits, and upgrade projectsPrepare machines for shipment and field installation, ensuring completeness, quality, and operational readinessAssist with the reception and staging of equipmentAssist with the reception of spare parts from OEM's and the shipment of spare parts for Field TechniciansMaintain shop organization, cleanliness, and inventory of tools, parts, documentation, and consumablesDocument work performed, parts usage, and testing results accuratelyCoordinate and facilitate shop workflow to support project timeliness and operational prioritiesFollow all company safety policies, procedures, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirementsIdentify opportunities for equipment improvements, reliability enhancements, and cost savingsAssist with and play a primary role in managing the Spare Parts Room, including organization, inventory control, receiving, and issuing parts to Field TechniciansAct as a user for our Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) softwareSupport occasional field service activities as needed

Position Qualifications and Demands:

Experience in packaging automation, industrial maintenance, military maintenance, or graduation from a technical college with a degree in Mechatronics or Industrial MaintenanceStrong mechanical, technical, and electrical aptitudeFamiliarity with PLC-controlled machinery and industrial sensors at a troubleshooting levelExtreme attention to detail with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced shop environmentProven reliability to show up to work on time and follow directives and processesProfessional organizational and communication skills with a customer-first mindsetThe ideal candidate will live in Central FloridaAbility to stand, bend, kneel, and work with tools for extended periodsAbility to work in an industrial shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, and moving equipmentAble to lift and carry tools or equipment weighing up to 50 poundsPositive, can-do attitude with a strong work ethic and problem-solving abilityStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work safely, responsibly, and professionally in customer facilitiesEquipment ScopeCase erectors and case sealersTray formersCorner Post machinesBliss box machinesStrapping, wrapping, and labeling machinesConveyance and material handling equipmentAdditional InformationPratt Industries is America's 4th largest paper and packaging company with more than 10,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest.

Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.