1st Shift Automation Technician: PLC & Robotics

Hoffer Plastics; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield)

Vision (VSP)

Dental (PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield)

401K, Hoffer Plastics matches .50 per

Paid Life Insurance

Short term and Long-term Disability

2 Weeks Paid Vacation

9 Paid Holidays

Reimbursements (Tuition, Prescription)

Job summary

Hoffer Plastics is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and repair automated machinery across press and assembly areas. You will diagnose issues, perform welding and sheet metal work, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key qualifications include a 2-year technical degree, 5 years of PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), and strong CAD skills (SolidWorks/ProE). This is a first-shift position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year technical degree in related field.
• 5 years of PLC programming experience with systems such as Allen Bradley, Siemens.
• Experience troubleshooting and improving Electrical Control, Vision System, PLC Systems, Robotics and continuous motion systems strongly preferred.
• Mechanical comprehension as well as strong understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical applications and blueprints
• Must be able to read and interpret prints and diagrams
• Strong general computer skills including CAD (Solidworks and/or ProE)

Responsibilities

• All automated devices used for runner removal, part handling, separation or packing.
• All machinery located at the press or in the Assembly department used in secondary operations
• All auxiliary equipment
• Diagnose trouble, disassemble, and determine extent of repairs necessary.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution skills
• The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
• Make up repair parts, replace defective components.
• Perform necessary welding and sheet metal operations involved in repairing equipment.
• Operate lathe, vertical mill, drill press and grinders as required.
• Occasionally direct an assigned helper.
• Maintain work area in neat and orderly manner
• Observe safety rules and wearing of prescribed protective clothing or items.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

CAD software

Electrical knowledge

Pneumatics

Mechanical understanding

Robotics

Education

2-year technical degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

SolidWorks

Pro/ENGINEER (ProE)

Job description

Hoffer Plastics is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and repair automated machinery across press and assembly areas. You will diagnose issues, perform welding and sheet metal work, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key qualifications include a 2-year technical degree, 5 years of PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), and strong CAD skills (SolidWorks/ProE). This is a first-shift position with comprehensive benefits.