Automation Technician – Injection Molding

Intellectt Inc; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Intellectt Inc in Illinois is seeking an experienced Automation Technician to support injection molding automation systems, robotics operations, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. You will program and troubleshoot molding robots, maintain PLCs/HMIs, and collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, productivity, and product quality.

This contract role offers hourly compensation on W-2 and requires 2–5 years of hands-on experience in injection

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in injection molding automation or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial sensors.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues involving robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize molding robots for part handling, degating, and packaging.
• Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and product quality.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.
• Replace worn components and calibrate sensors and actuators.
• Maintain robot program backups, maintenance records, and equipment performance logs.
• Support molding trials, new product launches, and automation setup activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and Kaizen and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Ensure automation equipment operates safely and complies with applicable quality and regulatory standards.

Skills

Robot programming

Troubleshooting

PLCs & HMIs

Industrial sensors

Schematic interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Lake Bluff, IL or Libertyville, IL

Job Type: Contract

Duration: 12 Months

Experience Level: 2–5 Years

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Automation Technician to support injection molding automation systems, robotic operations, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience programming industrial robots, diagnosing automation faults, and optimizing manufacturing processes. This role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, support for molding trials and new product launches, and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, productivity, and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues involving robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize molding robots for part handling, degating, and packaging.
• Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and product quality.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.
• Replace worn components and calibrate sensors and actuators.
• Maintain robot program backups, maintenance records, and equipment performance logs.
• Support molding trials, new product launches, and automation setup activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and participate in Kaizen and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Ensure automation equipment operates safely and complies with applicable quality and regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2–5 years of experience in injection molding automation or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial sensors.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

Pay Scale

Anticipated hourly pay range: $34-37 per hour on W-2.

Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to the applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third‑party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.

Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.

Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO other than that required by applicable state and local laws.