Automation Technician

Experience: 4+ years

Location: Buffalo Grove

Shift: 12 hours 6am to 6pm shift or 6pm to 6am shift

Skills: PLCs, HMIs, servo motors, motion control systems, VFDs, and pneumatic/hydraulic equipment. Molding

Job Description: Keywords: Electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting Injection molding automation Robot programming and troubleshooting. Program and fine-tune molding robots (e.g., Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, Wittmann) for part handling, degating, and packaging. Mandatory Requirement: • 4 years of experience in injection molding automation or related field. • Electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting • Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.

Skills: • Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial sensors. • Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics. • Familiarity with EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) design and maintenance. • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. • High School Diploma or GED required. • Technical certification or associate’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, or Industrial Automation preferred.

Experience: Automation Troubleshooting • Diagnose and resolve issues with molding automation systems, including robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems. • Respond to alarms and faults in real-time to minimize downtime. • Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to address recurring issues. Robot Programming & Optimization • Program and fine-tune molding robots (e.g., Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, Wittmann) for part handling, degating, and packaging. • Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and part quality. • Maintain backups and documentation of robot programs and settings. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance • Perform scheduled maintenance on automation equipment to ensure reliability. • Replace worn components and calibrate sensors and actuators. • Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities and equipment performance. Process Support & Continuous Improvement • Support Mold trials and new product launches by setting up automation sequences. • Recommend and implement improvements to automation layouts and workflows. • Participate in kaizen events and lean manufacturing initiatives. Safety & Compliance • Ensure all automation systems operate within safety guidelines. • Maintain compliance with ISO, FDA, and GMP standards where applicable. The expected salary range for this position is between $80,000 USD - $90,000 USD annually. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business line, and geographic/office location. Paid Leave, Health Insurance, Group life Insurance, Disability, 401(K)