Night-Shift Automation Technician: PLC & Robotics

Randstad USA

Hanover Park (IL)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 83,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

11 company-paid holidays

Parental Leave

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Automation Technician to support complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic manufacturing equipment. Working under general supervision, this technician plans, sequences, assembles, troubleshoots, and repairs automation equipment using verbal instructions, schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.

Requirements include 1–2+ years troubleshooting, an Associate degree or equivalent, PLC programming and ladder logic, reading

Qualifications

1–2+ years troubleshooting and repairing automated production equipment.
Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar field preferred; equivalent technical training/experience considered.
PLC programming and troubleshooting experience required.
Understanding of ladder logic.
Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
strong electro-mechanical troubleshooting ability.
Experience with robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automated machinery.
Ability to use advanced trade mathematics, technical specifications, and complex drawings.
Experience using precision measuring instruments.
Ability to work independently and use sound judgment when troubleshooting complex equipment.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and troubleshoot automated assembly and robotic equipment.
Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs.
Perform equipment failure analysis and scheduled preventative maintenance.
Program and troubleshoot PLCs and ladder logic.
Create new robot programs and edit existing programs.
Read and develop mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
Set up manual and semi-automatic assembly lines and support pre-production runs.
Assist with installation and relocation of automated equipment.
Update equipment manuals, programs, and technical documentation.
Maintain accurate reports of repairs and equipment activities.
Use precision measuring and diagnostic instruments.
Identify machine improvement opportunities and provide feedback to Engineering.
Follow all company safety and quality procedures.
Perform additional technical duties as assigned.