Automation Maintenance Tech — 12-Hour Shift, PLC & Robots

NEMERA; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemera is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Automation for a 12-hour rotating day shift (6 AM – 6 PM). You will monitor, troubleshoot, and repair assembly, subassembly, printing, and packaging machines in a clean manufacturing environment.

Key tasks include preventive maintenance, root cause analysis, and equipment optimization to ensure quality and efficiency. The role requires a high school diploma and 3+ years in a technical position, with experience in complex automation, PLCs, electrical

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a technical hands-on role.
• Experience with complex assembly automation is required.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and safe work area and report unsafe conditions.
• Read, interpret measuring devices and inspection tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Follow 5S guidelines and cGMP documentation.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC programming

Electrical

Hydraulics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nemera is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Automation for a 12-hour rotating day shift (6 AM – 6 PM). You will monitor, troubleshoot, and repair assembly, subassembly, printing, and packaging machines in a clean manufacturing environment.

Key tasks include preventive maintenance, root cause analysis, and equipment optimization to ensure quality and efficiency. The role requires a high school diploma and 3+ years in a technical position, with experience in complex automation, PLCs, electrical