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    Automation Technician - Waukegan, United States - Thermoflex Corporation

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    Position Title: Automation Technician – 1st Shift Reports To: Automation Engineer

    Department: Engineering Direct Reports (if applicable): N/A

    Prepared By: Human Resources

    Summary

    As an Automation Technician maintaining automated systems in various industrial settings you will work closely with Engineers and Automation Specialists to ensure, efficient operation of production processes and maximize productivity.

    1st Shift - 6:55am - 3:10pm

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities

    • Support the automation engineering team by performing preventive maintenance and repairs to EOAT tools, Robots, vision systems, AMR's, and semi-automated assembly and packaging equipment.
    • Configure and calibrate automation equipment such as sensors, actuators, and controllers to ensure proper functioning.
    • Conduct thorough testing on automated systems to identify potential errors and make necessary adjustments or repairs.
    • Collaborate with engineering team to identify areas for process improvement and propose automated solutions.
    • Identify risk areas likely to cause equipment breakdowns, collaborate with engineering team to identify areas for process improvement and propose automated solution.
    • Trains technicians on new automation equipment and provides supporting training/troubleshooting documentation.
    • Organizes documentation (specifications, schematics, and procedures).
    • Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
    • Other duties as assigned in Management's sole discretion

    Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

    • Strong foundational mechanical and electrical and experience.
    • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams including complex automated system drawings.
    • Knowledge of some or most of the following: pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, servo motors, pick-and-place, sensors, robotics, and vision systems.
    • Robot programming experience required, Kuka, Krauss Maffei and Wittmann a plus.
    • Strong understanding of automated manufacturing principles and techniques.
    • Strong foundational understanding of PLCs and logic.
    • Strong awareness of safety.
    • Previous experience maintaining and repairing robotics and production experience preferred.
    • Must have clear and well-organized oral and written communication.
    • Previous experience with automated injection molding equipment desirable

    Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

    • Must be able to work overtime when required by management
    • Must have flexible working schedule to support molding operations
    • Repetitive bending/reaching
    • Standing for sustained periods to time
    • Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds

    THESE MAY NOT BE THE ONLY DUTIES YOU WILL BE ERQUIRED TO PERFORM. THE REQUIREMENTS DESCRIBED HERE ARE REPRESENTATIVE AND MAY VARY FROM WHAT IT DESCRIBED. PURSUANT TO COMPANY POLICY, ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE YOU TO PERFORM THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED HEREIN. NOTHING IN THIS DOCUMENT ALTERS YOUR AT WILL EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND NOTHING HEREIN ESTABLISHES A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF MANAGEMENT.


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