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Axis Automation Co

Automation Control Panel Builder & Wireperson at Axis Automation Co

Axis Automation Co Grand Rapids, Michigan

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Ready to wire the brains of modern automation?

Axis Automation unites engineers and machine builders to deliver world‑class factory automation. If building clean, reliable control panels and machine wiring excites you, read on.

Is this you?
  • Can you read and interpret electrical schematics with confidence?
  • Do you enjoy wiring complex mechanical assemblies and PLC I/O cleanly and safely?
  • Are you comfortable documenting changes and communicating open issues?
  • Do you thrive in cross‑functional teams through build, debug, and runoff?
  • Are you willing to travel for customer installs and runoffs?
  • Is safety your default setting?
What you will do
  • Assemble and wire control panels and machine‑side electrical controls per approved designs and customer specifications.
  • Troubleshoot wiring/circuits and solve issues such as poke‑yokes and cycle‑time bottlenecks.
  • Record changes, surface problems, and report progress to the project team.
  • Support build success across cost, quality, timing, and customer satisfaction targets.
  • Partner with all departments during build, debug, and runoff.
What you bring
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Preferably 2 years of electrical experience, ideally in equipment building.
  • Skill in electrical installation, repair, and PLC wiring.
  • Team‑oriented, able to take direction and work independently.
  • Willingness to travel.
We’ll help you grow

We are open to training an entry‑level candidate with solid electrical knowledge who wants to build a career in automation wiring and panel building.

Your toolkit
  • Multimeter
  • Cable tray
  • Conveyor systems
Core competencies
  • Electrical schematics
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Electrical installation & repair
  • PLC wiring experience
  • Electrical/electronic systems
Compensation & benefits
  • Pay: $20.00 – $32.00 per hour (DOE)
  • Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, HSA plan, LTD, STD, Life Insurance, 401(k) with employer match, Parental leave

Health benefits are available with immediate eligibility upon hire.

Culture

We live our Operating Principles every day—they guide decisions, collaboration, and craftsmanship across Axis Automation.

About us

From concept to deployment and service, Axis Automation delivers tailored factory automation systems for forward‑thinking manufacturers, leveraging decades of experience across hundreds of projects and thousands of configurations.

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