Automation Technician - Nights - D Shift

Jabil; Hanover Park (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Company holidays

Job summary

Jabil in Hanover Park, IL seeks a night-shift technician to assemble and service complex robotic and automation equipment. You will read schematics, program robots, and support pre-production runs on 12-hour nights (2-2-3, 6:45pm–7am).

The role requires an AS in Mechatronics or related field and 1–2 years of PLC troubleshooting experience. Strong math, precision measuring, and electrical drawing skills are essential. Jabil offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• AS in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent certifications.
• 1-2 years experience troubleshooting and repairing automated production equipment running on PLCs.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot assembly automation equipment.
• Repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic components.
• Set up assembly lines and assist in pre-production runs.
• Create and edit robot programs; update manuals and programs.

Skills

Trades math

Measuring instruments

Electrical drawings

PLC programming

Education

AS in Mechatronics / Electrical Engineering Tech

1–2 years PLC troubleshooting

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Schematic drawings

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world’s top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

This role is a 12-hour Night shift, 2-2-3, 645pm - 7am

JOB SUMMARY

Working under general supervision, plans, maps, sequences and performs assembly of complex electrical, mechanical and pneumatic robotic and equipment from verbal and written instructions. Performs layout of mechanical, pneumatic and electrical schematics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs a variety of diagnostic troubleshooting activities on assembly automation equipment.
• Makes mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic repairs to assembly automation equipment
• Performs equipment failure analysis, repairs, and scheduled preventative maintenance on robotic and automated equipment.
• Sets up manual and semi-automatic assembly lines and assists in operating pre-production runs.
• Assists in installing new automated equipment and in moving equipment to new locations.
• Creates new robot programs and edit existing robot programs.
• Updates manuals and programs for automated equipment.
• Keeps accurate reports of all activities performed on each piece of equipment.
• Provides input to engineering staff on areas for machine improvements.
• Supports all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use advanced trades mathematics together with use of complex drawings, specifications and charts.
• Ability to use all varieties of precision measuring instruments
• Must be able to apply judgment to perform more difficult work with use of complex drawings, specifications and charts.
• Ability to program and troubleshoot PLC (programmable logic controllers) and ladder logic.
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.

EDUCATION AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• AS in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology or similar or equivalent certifications
• 1-2 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing automated production equipment running on PLCs
• Must be able to apply judgment to perform more difficult work with use of schematic drawings, specifications and charts.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

The hourly pay range for this role is $20.77 - $37.36. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment; 4 weeks of paid parental leave; in 2026, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.

Jabil may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. If and when AI is used, Jabil ensures that its use of AI would not have the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accessibility Accommodation

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