Automation Technician/Engineer

Markent Personnel

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABB (Asea Brown Boveri), Allen-Bradley, Automation, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Fanuc Robotics, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Injection Molding, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems, Plastic Injection Molding, Plastics Manufacturing, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Reliability Engineering, Robotics, Schematics, Technical Writing
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
Today
Automation Technician/Engineer

Our client, a leading custom plastic injection molding manufacturer serving diverse industries just outside of Chicago, IL, is seeking an experienced Automation Technician to support the installation, troubleshooting, and optimization of automated manufacturing systems.

Position Summary

The Automation Technician will be responsible for maintaining, programming, and improving automated production equipment to ensure efficient, reliable, and safe operation. This includes robotics, PLCs, vision systems, and auxiliary devices integrated into high-volume manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Install, program, and troubleshoot automation equipment including robotics, PLC-controlled systems, sensors, and pneumatic components.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation and related machinery.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve process reliability, cycle time, and quality.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
  • Support new equipment commissioning, upgrades, and line integrations.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining documentation for programs, wiring schematics, and mechanical layouts.
  • Train operators and maintenance staff in the safe operation and basic troubleshooting of automated systems.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance system performance, reduce downtime, and increase production efficiency.
Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or technical certification in Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
  • 3+ years of experience maintaining or programming automated equipment in a manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred).
  • Experience with robotics integration (Fanuc, ABB, or similar).
  • Strong understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
  • Proven ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics and interpret technical documentation.
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills with a commitment to continuous improvement.
  • An injection molding background is required for this position.
Compensation & Schedule
  • Competitive hourly or salaried compensation based on experience.
  • Full-time position with benefits; occasional overtime may be required during equipment launches or upgrades.

About the Company

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Markent Personnel

Markent Personnel, Inc is a Wisconsin based recruiting firm that specializes in placing engineering and manufacturing professionals. We recruit for engineering, purchasing, quality, accounting, safety, human resources and management roles. Our candidates are not looking for jobs, but careers! 

We are currently a team of 3 recruiters and a support staff of researchers. We are members of Top Echelon, the world's largest network of independent recruiters and a franchisee of Sanford Rose Associates (SRA), the 9th largest US Search firm. Markent Personnel has developed an extensive database, a dedication to professional training, and a complete set of research tools (both internet and traditional). We are recognized as a leader in technical recruiting in the Midwest. Whether you are a technical professional looking for a new position or a hiring authority searching for professional staff, the members of our firm will work diligently to help you fulfill your goals.

 

COMPANY SIZE
1 to 9 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1979
WEBSITE
http://www.markentpersonnel.com