Automation Technician

ZipRecruiter; Streamwood (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for an Automated Machinery Technician/Machine Builder for a full-time role requiring some travel within the US. This position includes tasks such as supporting engineering teams during upgrades, conducting quality tests on machines, and providing customer support during machine acceptance visits. Candidates should have an Associate's degree or 5+ years of relevant experience, particularly in machine building.

Benefits

Health

Dental

Vision

401k match

Employee Stock Options Plan (ESOP)

Third retirement plan option

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience or Associate's Degree required.
• 3+ years experience in machine building or field technician roles.
• Ability to read electrical and pneumatic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine upgrades and document fixes.
• Evaluate customer product samples for compatibility.
• Conduct final quality and performance tests on machines.
• Install machines and troubleshoot issues.
• Assist customers during machine acceptance visits.

Skills

Reading 3D drawings

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate's Degree or college/technical school certificate

Job description

Job Description

Title: Automated Machinery Technician/Machine Builder (25% Travel - within US, always home on weekends)

Location: Streamwood, IL

Hourly Pay: $28/hr - $35/hr

Hire Type: Full Time, Direct Hire

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k match, ESOP (Employee Stock Options Plan), and third retirement plan option!

Job Duties:

• Assist with Upgrades: Provide hands-on support to engineering and manufacturing teams during machine upgrades or modifications, and document fixes or issues.
• Test Samples: Evaluate customer product samples to verify compatibility with our equipment.
• Final Checks: Conduct final quality and performance tests on machines.
• Install and Repair: Install machines, troubleshoot issues, and efficiently handle warranty claims by collaborating directly with customers.
• Customer Support: Assist customers during machine acceptance visits to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or college/technical school certificate, or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• At least 3+ years of experience in machine building, service/field technician roles, or hands-on work with automated machinery.
• Ability to read 3D drawings, electrical, and pneumatic schematics.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or genetic information.