Automation Technician - Nights - D Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

Parental leave

Holidays

401(k)

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Jabil in Hanover Park, IL is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose and maintain complex robotic and automated production equipment. You will plan and execute assembly, troubleshoot PLCs, and support upgrades while adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role requires AS in Mechatronics or related, 1–2 years of PLC experience, and the ability to read electrical drawings. Shift: 12-hour night (2-2-3). Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• AS in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent certification.
• 1–2 years of experience troubleshooting automated production equipment using PLCs.
• Ability to read schematics and use drawings, specifications, and charts.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot assembly automation equipment.
• Repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic systems.
• Perform maintenance on robotic and automated equipment.
• Set up assembly lines and assist pre-production runs.
• Install new automated equipment and relocate equipment as needed.
• Create and edit robot programs; update manuals and programs.
• Maintain accurate activity reports for each equipment.
• Provide input to engineering on machine improvements.
• Support safety and quality programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced trades math

Precision measuring

Read electrical schematics

PLC programming

Electrical drawings

Education

AS in Mechatronics or related

Equivalent certifications

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

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

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.

BENEFITS

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self.

• 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
• employee stock purchase plan

AI IN RECRUITMENT

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.

ACCESSIBILITY ACCOMMODATION

Accessibility Accommodation If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e‑mail to [e-mail] or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e‑mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

DEI STATEMENT

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.

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