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Automation Technician
$32-38/hr
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Automation Technician
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$32-38/hr
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and TechniciansRobotics TechniciansElectrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and MaintenanceAll Other Industrial Machinery ManufacturingPackaging Machinery Manufacturing
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)Our client has 70 years of industry experience, they specialize in designing and manufacturing innovative gel packs for cold chain shipping. They deliver reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable refrigerant solutions that help businesses protect temperature-sensitive products throughout the shipping process. They are creating a new position in some of the automated locations they have and are in search of Automation Technicians. The Automation Technician supports the installation, startup, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated manufacturing and packaging equipment. This role is essential to maintaining equipment reliability, production performance, workplace safety, product quality, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical problem solver with experience diagnosing, maintaining, repairing, or improving complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, or automated systems. Candidates do not need to have held the civilian title of Automation Technician to be considered. Experience with industrial automation is valuable, and candidates with related technical backgrounds who demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to learn new systems are encouraged to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
Automation and Equipment Support:
Install, start up, troubleshoot, and support automated manufacturing and packaging equipment.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system issues using technical documentation and diagnostic tools.
Support equipment upgrades, integration, and automation improvements.
Maintenance and Reliability:
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and restore safe, reliable operation.
Document maintenance activities, identify root causes of failures, and recommend corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.
Controls and Electrical Systems:
Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, motors, VFDs, servo systems, sensors, and industrial control systems. Assist with electrical wiring, control panel modifications, programming changes, and equipment upgrades.
Production and Team Support:
Provide technical support and training to production and maintenance personnel.
Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Safety teams to improve equipment performance and efficiency.
Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives.
Safety and Compliance:
- Follow company safety policies, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, and machine guarding procedures.
- Maintain a safe, organized work environment and comply with applicable regulatory, quality, and food safety requirements.
- Hours and PayFirst Shift, 7AM-3:30 + overtime$32-38/hrSome travel
- LocationsVineland, NJ / Streamwood, IL / Columbus, OHJob 59416
Salary: Competitive Pay, Limited Weekly Overtime, and Full Benefits
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Senior
Salary
$32-38/hr
Location
Chicago, IL
Occupation
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
Industry
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance
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