Automation Technician

Automation Technician – Daylight Shift

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Daylight Shift
Salary: Up to $55,000/year (based on experience)

TOPS Staffing is seeking an AutomationTechnician for a long-term opportunity with a well-established manufacturing client in the Rostraver Township area. This hands-on position is perfect for a technically skilled candidate who enjoys working with robotics, automation systems, and advanced manufacturing technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot robotic and automated production equipment

• Perform setup, programming, and calibration of automation systems for daily operations

• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement process improvements and ensure equipment reliability

• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions to minimize downtime

• Create and update process documentation for new and existing automation technologies

• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental standards

What You’ll Bring:

• Associate degree in Robotics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or related field) required

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Up to 5 years of experience in manufacturing, robotics, or automation systems

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Hands-on mechanical and electrical aptitude

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

• U.S. citizenship required (born or naturalized)

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:

• Competitive salary up to $55,000/year (DOE)

• Full-time, stable daylight schedule (no weekends)

• Excellent long-term career growth potential

• Supportive and team-oriented work environment

Apply today! This is a great opportunity to grow your automation and robotics career with a company that values innovation, reliability, and hands-on technical expertise.

General Laborer / Production Technician

Pay: $16.00 per hour (17+ once hired on by client)
Hours: 7am-3:30pm
Schedule: Monday-Friday--No Weekends
Location: North Versailles, Pennsylvania 15137 

TOPS Staffing is hiring a General Laborer / Production Technician for a local manufacturer specializing in custom shipping products and industrial cleaning. This hands-on role involves saw operation, assembly, finishing, and power washing aluminum casting tanks.

Responsibilities:

• Operate saws, grinders, and hand tools to cut and assemble crates, pallets, and custom containers

• Sand, finish, and inspect products for quality

• Power wash, dry, and inspect aluminum casting tanks

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

• Assist in various production tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• Experience with saws, grinders, or hand tools preferred

• Ability to follow instructions, read measurements, and lift up to 50 lbs

• Power washing or manufacturing experience a plus

• Dependable, detail-oriented, and willing to learn

Benefits:

• Full-time, steady daylight hours

• Weekly pay through TOPS Staffing

• On-the-job training provided

• Opportunity for long-term placement

Apply today to join a hands-on team that values quality, safety, and teamwork!

Maintenance Department-Automation Technician
Currently hiring for 2 openings; 1 for daylight shift and 1 for overnight shift
Shift: 2-2-3 Schedule (12-hour shifts)
Hours: Day(6:00 AM – 6:00 PM) or Night (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
Pay: $34–$40 per hour (based on experience)

A leading medical manufacturer is seeking an experienced Automation Technician to join their maintenance department. The main goal of this role is simple — keep the production lines running efficiently and minimize downtime.

This is a hands-on, technical position that involves troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing automated production systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Candidates should have experience working with both mechanical and electrical systems in a heavily automated production facility. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair automated production equipment, including molding machines, high-speed assembly systems, conveyors, robotic arms/ grabbers, sonic welders, and more
• Use HMI screens and fault codes to identify root causes of issues and resolve them quickly
• Work closely with machine operators to gather feedback, identify problems, and implement solutions
• Perform preventative maintenance per established schedules and documentation requirements
• Collaborate with engineering and management teams to implement process improvements, corrective actions, and technical solutions
• Assist with installation and setup of new automated equipment
• Train and support production personnel on the proper operation of machinery and best practices for minimizing downtime
• Fabricate or modify fixtures and equipment to improve reliability and efficiency
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation in accordance with company policies and GMP standards
• Follow facility safety and escalation procedures and promote a safe working environment

• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Electricity, Maintenance Electricity, or related field preferred
• 5 years of hands-on experience with automated production equipment, plastics industry is preferred but not required.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting background
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronic controls
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Strong communication skills — able to interact with operators, engineers, and management effectively
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be comfortable working on a 2-2-3 schedule (12-hour shifts)

• Competitive pay ($34–$40/hr based on experience)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (3 weeks vacation)
• Flexible schedule
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave program
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock purchase program

Apply Today:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing automation team in a cutting-edge medical manufacturing environment. Submit your resume today for immediate consideration!

TOPS has partnered with a local machine shop who is looking for an experienced CNC machinist for their daylight shift. 

As a machinist you must be proficient with doing CNC mill & lathe set up, tool changes, editing from machine interface, operation of machine, quality checks of parts coming out of machines, capable of reading and interpreting blue prints.  The ideal candidate would have some programming experience ability to write new code for parts and this is preferred but at a minimum you must be able to edit and modify existing code.   In this role your main duty will be doing set up of various machines in the shop getting them ready to pass off to the machine operator.

Job Details:
Contract to Hire Opportunity
Schedule: Monday to Friday 
Hours: 6am – 3:30pm - OT available on regular basis
Starting Pay rate: Up to $30per hour based on experience

Duties/Responsibilities
•    Set up and operation of both CNC Mills and Lathes.  We have both vertical and horizontal machines in our shop. 
•    Make any necessary tooling changes on both Mills and Lathes to complete jobs.
•    Must be able to read and interpret blueprints or schematics. 
•    Writing code for new parts as jobs come into the shop.
•    Editing of existing cnc programs, to modify code for jobs as they come in. 
•    Start CNC machine and monitor machine as it runs program.
•    Unload finished part from CNC machine.
•    Quality check parts (dimensional) as your remove from CNC machine must be able to use calipers, micrometers and other measuring devices. 
•    Some documentation required to update travelers that move around shop with our jobs. 
•    Assist with basic preventative maintenance of machine.
•    Operation of secondary shop equipment, drill presses, saws, grinding/ polishing machines, etc. 

Education and Experience:
•    High school diploma or GED equivalent or AS degree
•    1 years of related work experience or AS degree in a related field
•    Ability to do basic shop math
•    Ability to read prints or schematics is preferred but not required 
•    Ability to muli-task and monitor multiple machines in operation. 

Physical Requirements:
•    Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.
•    Must be able to lift up to 40lbs 
We need help IMMEDIATELY! Please apply today!

TOPS Staffing is focused on partnering with talented manufacturing, CNC, light technical, warehousing, and skilled assembly people in the area. Our niched focus helps us find you the right company that can help you grow in your career. We take the time necessary with every employee to nurture your passion as it becomes ours. Our extensive benefits package includes Matching 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Direct Deposit and much more. Please check out our benefits at https://jobs.careermovesnow.com/us/en/benefits-yes-