Automation Technician

Title - Automation Technician­­Experience – 4+ yearsLocation: Buffalo GroveShift: 12 hours 6am to 6pm shift or 6pm to 6am shift Skills: PLCs, HMIs, servo motors, motion control systems, VFDs, and pneumatic/hydraulic equipment. MoldingJob Description:Keywords:Electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshootingInjection molding automationRobot 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)