Automation Technician

Job DescriptionHIRING IMMEDIATELY: AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN IN ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for an Automation Technician to join our client in Elk Grove Village, IL. This individual is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing various assembly, automation, and mold equipment. The individual will have high school diploma/GED and having a vocational degree is preferred. Apply online and kick-start your career today Pay, Schedule, Location $26.25/hour, paid weekly 2pm - 10pm, Monday - Friday Location in Elk Grove Village, IL Duties and Responsibilities Setup of automation presses or assembly machines Set up and debug new automation as needed Make samples for new items/customers Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various assembly, automation, and mold equipment Perform preventative maintenance tasks and fill out relevant paperwork Cross train with molding technicians for mold machine maintenance Check and adjust parameters during changeovers and note changes for update Clean automation equipment and areas Replace worn equipment Look for methods of improving efficiency and ensure quality standards, as part of a team Assist QA with finding and implementing corrective actions from customer rejections Write order requests for replenishment of inventory Maintain a daily electronic log for each piece of equipment. Document equipment specifications Communicate with other shifts, operators, and technicians to give and receive updates on equipment status Assist with training new operators Assist mold techs with emptying runners, mold set ups, and setting up new cell production lines Support production with an on-call status, authorized for a rotating scheduled overtime on weekends Requirements and Qualifications High School Diploma/GED Required; Vocational Degree preferred 3 - 5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting Working knowledge of robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electric systems; sonic welding and injection molding preferred Willingness/ability to attend formal training courses to learn PLC programming if needed (employee will be paid for his/her time) Must possess good communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills,excellent visual skills for accessing functionality of equipment, above basic mathematical skills and reasoning ability Able to read electrical schematics Knowledge of OSHA Requirements to include Electrical Safety, Machine Guarding, and Authorized Lockout/Tagout Procedures Basic working knowledge of computer software, email, excel, word and internet Possess strong work ethic, is a self-starter, has good attendance and works successfully in team settings Ability to lift to 50 pounds sporadically (Salary range based on experience) ABOUT ACCURATE PERSONNEL Do you need your next job fast? Accurate Personnel is here to help As an industry-leading full-service staffing agency, we have all the tools you need to start earning that next paycheck soon. Send us your application and our team will instantly get to work on finding you the right placement to fit your needs. Accurate Personnel has provided temporary job services and direct hire searches for 45 years. Our expertise has allowed us to grow from a regional Chicagoland office into a nationwide search firm that services over 500 clients while never losing sight of personalized service. Let Accurate work for you. Apply with us today Accurate Personnel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.