Molding & Assembly Automation Technician (Robotics)

Katalyst CRO; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO seeks a Molding or Assembly Automation Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize molding automation systems in a high-volume manufacturing setting. The role covers robotics, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems, supporting continuous improvement efforts.

You will program and fine-tune robots (Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, Wittmann) for part handling and packaging, while ensuring safety and documentation. Strong problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or associate's degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, or Industrial Automation preferred.
• 25 years of experience in injection molding or assembly machine automation or related field.
• Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues with molding or assembly automation systems, including robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.
• Troubleshooting 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.
• Program and fine-tune molding or assembly machine robots 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ensure all automation systems operate within safety guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with ISO, FDA, and GMP standards where applicable.

Skills

Robot programming

Troubleshooting

PLC/HMI

Schematic reading

EOAT maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Mechatronics/Robotics/Industrial Automation degree

Tools

Sepro

Fanuc

Yushin

Wittmann

Job description

Katalyst CRO seeks a Molding or Assembly Automation Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize molding automation systems in a high-volume manufacturing setting. The role covers robotics, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems, supporting continuous improvement efforts.

You will program and fine-tune robots (Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, Wittmann) for part handling and packaging, while ensuring safety and documentation. Strong problem-solving skills are essential.