Title: Automation Technician
Location: Libertyville, IL
Skills: PLCs, HMIs, servo motors, motion control systems, VFDs, and pneumatic/hydraulic equipment. Molding
Mandatory Requirement:
4 years of experience in injection moulding automation or related field.
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 moulding 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.