Automation Technician – Molding/Assembly Machines

47Billion

Buffalo Grove, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Contractor
SKILLS
Molding Processes, Automation, Injection Molding, Hydraulic Engineering, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Schematics, Maintenance - Electrical, Electricity, Microsoft C# .NET (C Sharp .NET), CPU (Central Processing Unit), Control Systems, Hand Tools, Maintenance Services, Reliability Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft .NET, Preventative Maintenance, C++ Programming Language, Manufacturing, Blueprints, Automation Systems, Identify Issues, Medical Equipment,
QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma/GED required; Associate degree or technical certification in Mechatronics, Robotics, or Industrial Automation preferred.
2–5 years of experience in injection molding or assembly automation.
Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, industrial sensors, EOAT, and ability to read electrical/mechanical schematics.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Troubleshoot and repair automation systems, including robots, PLCs, HMIs, conveyors, sensors, vision systems, and electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical components.
Program, modify, and optimize robots (Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, Wittmann) for part handling, degating, packaging, and cycle time improvements.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, calibrate equipment, replace components, and maintain maintenance records.
Support mold trials, new product launches, automation setup, and continuous improvement (Lean/Kaizen) initiatives.
Ensure compliance with safety, ISO, FDA, and GMP standards.

LOCATION
Buffalo Grove, IL
POSTED
5 days ago

Seeking an Automation Technician with experience in molding or assembly automation to maintain, troubleshoot, program, and optimize robotic automation systems in a medical device manufacturing environment.

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