Automation Technician

Sofidel SpA
  • Elwood, IL
  • $41.15–$54.60 Per Hour
30+ days ago

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Automation Technician

Job Category: Manufacturing & Engineering

Location:

Elwood, IL, US, 60421

Date: Jul 27, 2026

Starting Pay range will be $41.15 to $54.60 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and technical expertise.

Job Requirements

  • Technical Degree in Electrical, Electronics Technology, Electro-Mechanical or Automation/Engineering preferred or two (2) years of experience in related area
  • Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to automation technology
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skills

Position Overview

Sofidel America of_____ is currently seeking an Automation Technician to join our maintenance team. We are searching for a candidate who is local to the area and is looking for a long-term role in a stable environment with opportunity for growth. Your expertise will make you an important part of our team!

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist with electrical and instrumentation maintenance, replacing and repairing components and parts as needed, programming monitoring systems, and troubleshooting issues.
  • Identify the root cause of quality and production deficiencies and take corrective action.
  • Assist the production department with outage management and safety enhancements.
  • Follow verbal and written directions as well as work orders to complete tasks and communicate openly between shifts.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment and instrumentation systems.
  • Ensure proper operation of robotic systems by maintaining all mechanical, electronic, and electrical components.
  • Gather PLC input and output data to track equipment efficiency.
  • Collaborate with team members to resolve problems, uncover the root causes, and assist in enhancing processes by identifying inefficiencies and design problems.
  • Recommend improvements and make adjustments.
  • Understand and utilize various electrical schematic wiring diagrams.
  • Provide troubleshooting and maintenance support for all assigned automated systems at all hours of the day and night, depending on plant schedule.
  • Follow regulations supporting Sofidel America's "Good Manufacturing Practices" and HACCP to promote a safe, sanitary, and hygienically sound workplace.
  • Assists in on-the-job training of others.
  • All other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

  • Technical Degree in Electrical, Electronics Technology, Electro-Mechanical or Automation/Engineering preferred or two (2) years of experience in related area
  • Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to automation technology
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skills

Company Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Paid and Unpaid Breaks
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Health Insurance
  • PTO
  • 401(k) Match (50% match up to 15% employee contribution)
  • Positive and Safe Work Environment
  • Professional Employee Assistance
  • Health and Financial Wellness Programs

Work Environment

Starting Pay range will be $41.15 to $54.60 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and technical expertise.

Job Requirements

  • Technical Degree in Electrical, Electronics Technology, Electro-Mechanical or Automation/Engineering preferred or two (2) years of experience in related area
  • Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to automation technology
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skills

Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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Numbers & Facts

LocationElwood, IL
Salary$41.15–$54.60 Per Hour

Skills

  • Automationunmatched
  • Candidate Sourcingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Corrective Actionunmatched
  • Data Entryunmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electrical Utilityunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Electromechanicsunmatched
  • Electronicsunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Input/Outputunmatched
  • Instrumentationunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Power Outagesunmatched
  • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Production Systemsunmatched
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • System Operationsunmatched

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