Night-Shift Automation Technician: Thermoforming/Extrusion

Novolex; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Training & development programs

Focused Giving Program

Job summary

Novolex is hiring an Automation Technician for the Nights 2-2-3 schedule (7pm–7am) in a 24/7 operation. You will perform troubleshooting, maintenance, setup and PM on automation equipment used in Thermoforming and Extrusion, diagnose processing issues, and be available on-call as required.

A HS Diploma or equivalent is required, with 5+ years in automation. We value strong electrical/PLC skills, mechanical know‑how, and solid communication and teamwork to support safety and efficiency across

Qualifications

• Analytical, problem solving, and strong electrical and PLC programming, technical skills including mechanical.
• Strong skills in customer service, interpersonal, oral and written communications and teamwork.
• Must have HS Diploma or Equivalency; associate’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years automation technician experience in Thermoforming and Extrusion.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic troubleshooting and maintenance on automation equipment.
• Maintains setup and PM on automation equipment in Thermoforming and Extrusion.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot processing issues and provide on-call support as needed.

Skills

Electrical

PLC programming

Mechanical

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalency

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Thermoforming equipment

Extrusion equipment

Job description

Novolex is hiring an Automation Technician for the Nights 2-2-3 schedule (7pm–7am) in a 24/7 operation. You will perform troubleshooting, maintenance, setup and PM on automation equipment used in Thermoforming and Extrusion, diagnose processing issues, and be available on-call as required.

A HS Diploma or equivalent is required, with 5+ years in automation. We value strong electrical/PLC skills, mechanical know‑how, and solid communication and teamwork to support safety and efficiency across