Position: Automation Technician

Work Location: Libertyville, Illinois

Job Description:

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:

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: