Night-Shift Automation Tech: Robotics & PLCs

Jabil; Hanover Park (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil in Hanover Park, IL is seeking a maintenance technician to plan, map and perform assembly of complex robotic and automated equipment from detailed instructions. You will diagnose issues, repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic systems, and assist in setting up new production lines.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, programming/ troubleshooting PLCs and applying advanced trades mathematics to ensure safe, efficient operation and ongoing equipment improvements.

Qualifications

• AS in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent certifications.
• 1-2 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing automated production equipment running on PLCs.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to program and troubleshoot PLCs and ladder logic.
• Ability to use advanced trades mathematics with complex drawings and charts.

Responsibilities

• Plan, map, sequence and perform assembly of complex robotic and equipment components from instructions.
• Perform diagnostic troubleshooting on assembly automation equipment.
• Repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic systems on automation equipment.
• Set up manual and semi-automatic assembly lines and assist in pre-production runs.
• Assist in installing and moving automation equipment as needed.
• Update manuals and programs for automated equipment and keep activity reports.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Precision measuring instruments

Trades mathematics

Education

AS in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

PLC hardware

Job description

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

• 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
  
  

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