2nd Shift Automation Technician | PLCs & Motors

Jobot; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Hands-on technical role

Collaborative team

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Automation Technician in Romeoville, IL to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain food processing and packaging equipment in a USDA-regulated environment.

You will work with conveyors, bagging systems, check weighers, and barcode systems, ensuring equipment reliability and safety for production goals. Join a growing team with opportunities to lead and improve operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment (USDA or FDA preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documents.
• Experience with PLCs and VFDs (troubleshooting and minor programming).
• Flexibility to work any shift as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work in accordance with established safety and workmanship standards.
• Ensure all equipment operates safely and reliably to support production requirements.
• Set up, troubleshoot, and repair processing and packaging equipment, including conveyors, bagging systems, case erectors, check weighers, and barcode systems.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment to perform repairs, preventive maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems (110/230/460V), including motors, starters, relays, timers, panels, breakers, conduit, and wiring.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation for troubleshooting purposes.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and programming of PLCs and VFDs.
• Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all equipment is operational and production-ready prior to scheduled runs.
• Maintain building systems in compliance with local, state, and fire safety regulations.
• Fabricate parts and modify equipment as required to support operations.
• Adhere to all safety programs, including lockout/tagout and other established procedures.
• Support training and development of maintenance and operations team members.
• Maintain compliance with SQF Food Safety Code and company quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Shift flexibility

Tools

PLCs and VFDs

Electrical panels

Job description

Jobot is seeking an Automation Technician in Romeoville, IL to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain food processing and packaging equipment in a USDA-regulated environment.

You will work with conveyors, bagging systems, check weighers, and barcode systems, ensuring equipment reliability and safety for production goals. Join a growing team with opportunities to lead and improve operations.