Job Description
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
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Elwood, IL |
| Industry | Manufacturing - Other |
| Salary | $41.15–$54.60 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 2,000 to 2,499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1966 |
| Website | http://www.sofidel.com/it/contatti |
About Company
Sofidel group was founded in 1966 and is today a world leader in the market for tissue paper production for sanitary and domestic use: toilet paper, towels, paper towels, facial tissues.
His most well-known brand, and spread to more countries, is Queen, alongside other major brands.
Headquartered in Porcari (LU) Sofidel coordinates the activities of 19 companies in Europe and the United States, which produce every year more than one million tons of paper and employ more than 5,500 people.
Daily in the Group, the creation of value is based on a deep sense of respect for the world we live in.
Because for Sofidel social responsibility of a company is a fundamental tool to promote sustainable development, respectful both of equilibria environment and the needs of the people of today and tomorrow.
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