Automation Technician
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  • England,South West,Devon,Exeter
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £37,000 - £48,000 per annum
Job Description:
Automation Technician
Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £37,000 - £48,000 (including shift premium)
Shift Pattern: Alternating shift pattern - Monday to Friday 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for Automation Technicians to join a growing manufacturing business with significant investment in automation and advanced manufacturing technologies. This is a development-focused role, offering tailored training and progression pathways aligned to individual strengths and career goals.
The position suits candidates with a passion for engineering, automation, and continuous improvement, whether you’re early in your career or looking to deepen your technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
Provide critical technical support to manufacturing operations to minimise downtime of key equipment
*Create, verify, and release robot programs for automated manufacturing cells
*Develop, verify, and release programs for other programmable manufacturing equipment
*Design and deliver tooling and fixtures to support manufacturing processes
*Produce and maintain documentation for automated equipment (SOPs, EMS)
*Support the introduction of new automation and advanced manufacturing equipment
*Assist senior engineers with capital expenditure justifications
*Contribute to cost reduction initiatives and process improvements
*Collaborate with manufacturing teams to monitor and improve OEE
*Manage program storage, data backups, and revision control for manufacturing systems
*Support the implementation of new manufacturing technologies
*Promote and support Environmental, Health & Safety activities
Essential Requirements
*HNC (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline
*Understanding of tooling, fixture design, and manufacturing processes
*Proficiency in CAD (experience with Siemens NX is advantageous)
*Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
*Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Project)
*Sound judgement and decision-making ability
*Effective communication and teamwork skills
Superb package available, including:
*Salary - £37,000 - £48,000
*Healthcare
*Annual Bonus
*Enhanced pension and 28 days leave entitlement
*+ excellent opportunity for further career growth
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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Job number 3465821

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