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Joshua Bell-Simon

Charlotte

Summary

Skilled Industrial Maintenance and Automation Technician with over 10 years experience at installing, maintaining and repairing complex automation systems. Strong background in programming PLCs, troubleshooting machinery malfunctions and performing necessary repairs to ensure optimal system performance. Possess keen understanding of electrical and mechanical principles with emphasis on safety protocols. Significant contributor to efficiency improvement initiatives in previous roles.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Automation Technician

Ipex
Huntersville
04.2023 - Current
  • Perform hands-on operation, repair, and maintenance of 6-axis FANUC industrial robotic arms, including motor diagnostics, encoder calibration, and end-of-arm tooling alignments
  • Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues using a multimeter, identifying faults in sensors, relays, actuators, and low-voltage wiring (24V/120V)
  • Program and modify Sepro IMM (Injection Molding Machine) robots for part handling, including complex routines for pickup, drop-off sequencing, and automated tool changeovers
  • Continuously monitor and optimize automated packing lines, reducing cycle time and improving throughput by adjusting robotic speed, gripper alignment, and part staging
  • Provide ongoing preventive and corrective maintenance on palletizing robots, resolving mechanical jams, PLC miscommunications, and vacuum/lifting system malfunctions
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement automation upgrades and support integration of new robotic cells and safety systems
  • Ensure all automation equipment operates within safety, quality, and efficiency standards, participating in root cause analysis and corrective action planning

Automation & Maintenance Technician

Reynolds Consumer Products
Huntersville
04.2019 - 04.2023
  • Maintained and repaired a variety of automated production machinery, including extruders, heat tunnels, and conveyor systems, ensuring consistent performance and minimizing unplanned downtime
  • Performed hands-on troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve issues involving proximity sensors, motor drives, pneumatic cylinders, and control components
  • Conducted regular preventive maintenance inspections, performed basic electrical diagnostics with tools like multimeters, and replaced worn mechanical and electrical components to extend equipment lifespan
  • Assisted with automation process improvements, working alongside engineers and technicians to optimize system settings, improve cycle times, and support the integration of new equipment
  • Participated in safety audits, lockout/tagout procedures, and quality assurance checks, ensuring all equipment met internal standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA)

Mechanical Maintenance Assistant - Boilers & Systems

Troy Plumbers
Brooklyn
03.2013 - 01.2017
  • Assisted in disassembling, repairing, and reassembling industrial boiler systems and process tanks
  • Supported mechanical fabrication of structural components, pressure vessels, and fluid system assemblies
  • Carried out mechanical inspections and ensured alignment with safety and pressure specifications
  • Worked with technicians to install, maintain, and test equipment used in industrial fluid systems

Education

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Mechatronics Engineering

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC

Skills

  • Robotic programming
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Control systems
  • Robotics integration
  • AutoCAD proficiency
  • Machine maintenance
  • Robotics design
  • Machine operation
  • Robotics Repair
  • Mechanical engineering

Timeline

Automation Technician

Ipex
04.2023 - Current

Automation & Maintenance Technician

Reynolds Consumer Products
04.2019 - 04.2023

Mechanical Maintenance Assistant - Boilers & Systems

Troy Plumbers
03.2013 - 01.2017

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Mechatronics Engineering

Central Piedmont Community College

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