Senior Engineering Technician: Lean Automation Specialist

The Visual Pak Companies; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider in Waukegan is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician responsible for providing technical expertise in maintaining and optimizing manufacturing equipment. This role includes diagnosing complex issues and implementing improvements to ensure operational efficiency and safety. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical role with CPG production equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical role working with CPG production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering details for customer quote requests including line layouts and production speeds.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to electrical and mechanical systems.
• Implement modifications to existing equipment to improve performance.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Electrical Skills

Machine Shop Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Maintenance management software

Job description

A leading packaging solutions provider in Waukegan is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician responsible for providing technical expertise in maintaining and optimizing manufacturing equipment. This role includes diagnosing complex issues and implementing improvements to ensure operational efficiency and safety. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical role with CPG production equipment.