Automation Technician

Flex; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex, located in Buffalo Grove, IL, is seeking an Automation Technician to provide automation engineering services in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with the production support team to ensure the efficiency of high-speed assembly equipment and other manufacturing systems.

The ideal candidate should possess an associate’s degree or equivalent experience and have at least 2 years of relevant experience, particularly in equipment maintenance. This role emphasizes safety and teamwork within a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems is essential.
• Military training or vocational training may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance actions.
• Collaborate with the automation team on automated systems.
• Maintain software and documentation to the latest specifications.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Robotic systems

Pneumatic systems

Safety awareness

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Position

Automation Technician located in Buffalo Grove, IL.

Reporting to the Production Support Engineer, the Automation Technician role involves providing automation engineering services activities including high-speed assembly equipment and manufacturing systems.

Typical Day

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance actions on all subsystems and related components
• Ensure preventative maintenance of robotic and process support equipment are completed on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems.
• Records procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or method.
• Maintains software, documentation, and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications.
• Proper use of power tools and measuring equipment
• Strong awareness of safety

Qualifications

• Typically requires an associate’s degree, military training, equivalent vocational training, or equivalent experience.
• Typically requires 2+ years of related experience
• Prior experience in an equipment maintenance position
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).