Automation Technician-3

CareerArc; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing partner is seeking an Automation Technician in Buffalo Grove, IL. The role involves providing automation engineering services, performing preventive maintenance, and collaborating with teams to ensure operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and an Associate's degree or equivalent training.

Benefits

Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans

Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Matching 401(k) Contributions

Vacation and Paid Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Typically requires 2+ years of related experience.
• Prior experience in an equipment maintenance position.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance actions on all subsystems.
• Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems.
• Maintain strong awareness of safety protocols.

Skills

Knowledge of pneumatic systems

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent vocational training

Job description

Job Posting Start Date 05-20-2025 Job Posting End Date 06-20-2025

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.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add an 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.

Shift: 6pm-6am (rotating schedule) 10% shift differential

What a typical day looks like:

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

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

• 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

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range (Applicable to Illinois): $25.07 USD - $33.84 USD per hour

Job Category: Production Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available? No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment 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 protected status. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please email [e-mail] for assistance. Note: this email is for disability accommodations only; resumes and applications should be submitted through the standard application process.