Robotics & Automation Mechanic
Job Title: Robotics & Automation Mechanic
Company: Custom Filters Direct
Location: Bloomsburg, PA
About the Role
Are you a hands-on Robotics & Automation Mechanic who can troubleshoot, program, and keep systems running in real time?
Custom Filters Direct is hiring a Robotics & Automation Mechanic to support, maintain, and improve our automated systems. This role is critical to reducing downtime, improving efficiency, and supporting ongoing automation initiatives.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Overtime may be required based on business needs)
This is an on-site position in Bloomsburg, PA. Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance.
Compensation & Benefits
- Weekly Pay
- Salary based on experience
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Time Off (PTO) offered after 90 days
About Us
Custom Filters Direct is a growing manufacturer of custom air filters supporting eCommerce and direct fulfillment operations.
As we expand, we are investing in automation, robotics, and process improvement to increase efficiency and production performance.
Position Overview
In this role, you will:
- Serve as the primary on-site resource for robotics and automation
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time on the production floor
- Support automation projects and system improvements
This is a highly hands-on role , requiring both technical expertise and mechanical ability . You will work directly with equipment using a laptop to diagnose and resolve issues as they occur.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain robotic and automated systems
- Program and modify PLC systems ( Allen Bradley preferred )
- Diagnose and resolve automation issues in real time
- Perform hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
- Support implementation of new automation projects
- Optimize equipment performance to reduce downtime
- Work closely with production and maintenance teams
- Maintain documentation for systems, updates, and improvements
- Ensure safe operation of automated systems, including robotics
Automation Environment
- Facility utilizes MiR (Mobile Industrial Robots)
- Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) used to transport materials
- No fixed paths – dynamic navigation throughout the facility
- This role will support and optimize these systems as part of a broader automation strategy
Qualifications
- Experience in robotics, automation, or controls required
- PLC experience required (Allen Bradley preferred)
- Intermediate robotics programming experience required
- Experience with AMRs / MiR robots is a plus
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Experience in manufacturing or automated production environments preferred
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of systems
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and move throughout the facility
- Ability to work on and around production equipment
- Comfortable in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to bend, lift, and perform hands-on mechanical work
Why Join Custom Filters Direct
- Growing company investing heavily in automation
- Hands-on role with direct impact on operations
- Opportunity to work with modern robotics and control systems
- Team-focused environment with continuous improvement mindset
How to Apply
If you are a hands-on automation engineer looking to make a direct impact in a growing manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply today.
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