Automation Technician Molding or Assembly Machines

H R PUNDITS INC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

H R PUNDITS INC is seeking an Automation Technician specializing in molding or assembly machines in Buffalo Grove or Libertyville, IL. The successful candidate will maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize automation systems in a fast-paced medical device manufacturing setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (or GED) and preferably a technical certification or an associate's degree in Mechatronics or Robotics. A strong background in robot programming and 2–5 years of relevant experience is required. The role is onsite, with responsibilities including ensuring compliance with safety standards and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in injection molding or assembly machine automation.
• Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues with automation systems.
• Program and fine-tune molding or assembly machine robots.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on automation equipment.
• Support mold trials and new product launches.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines.

Skills

Understanding of PLCs

Reading electrical schematics

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Familiarity with EOAT design

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification in Mechatronics

Job description

Automation Technician — Molding or Assembly Machines

Location: Buffalo Grove or Libertyville, IL

Type: Contract

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Shift: Buffalo Grove — 12-hour shifts, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM or 6:00 PM–6:00 AM. Libertyville — 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Work Authorization: Buffalo Grove site — U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder only. Libertyville site — U.S. Citizen, Green Card holder, or H-1B.

Job Description & Skill Requirement

The Molding or Assembly Automation Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing molding automation systems, including robotic equipment and auxiliary devices. This role ensures smooth operation of automated molding processes and supports continuous improvement initiatives in a high-volume medical device manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Automation Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues with molding or assembly automation systems, including robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.
• Automate Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems; respond to alarms and faults in real time to minimize downtime; collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to address recurring issues.
• Robot Programming & Optimization: Program and fine-tune molding or assembly machine robots (e.g., Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, Wittmann) for part handling, degating, and packaging; modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and part quality; maintain backups and documentation of robot programs and settings.
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance on automation equipment to ensure reliability; replace worn components and calibrate sensors and actuators; maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Process Support & Continuous Improvement: Support mold trials and new product launches by setting up automation sequences; recommend and implement improvements to automation layouts and workflows; participate in kaizen events and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all automation systems operate within safety guidelines; maintain compliance with ISO, FDA, and GMP standards where applicable.

Qualification

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or associate's degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, or Industrial Automation preferred.

Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in injection molding or assembly machine automation or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.

Skills

• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial sensors.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Familiarity with EOAT (End‑of‑Arm Tooling) design and maintenance.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.