Assembly Equipment, Automation, Automation Systems, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Documentation, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Identify Issues, Industrial Robotics, Injection Molding, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Medical Equipment, Molding Processes, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Product/Service Launch, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Safety Compliance, Schematics, System Operations
Job Titles: Automation Technician for Molding or Assembly machines
Company: Medical device Manufacturer
Location: Buffalo Grove or Libertyville IL
Shift: 12 hours 6am to 6pm shift or 6pm to 6am shift for Buffalo Grove site, 8am to 5pm for Libertyville IL site
Job Summary:
The Molding or Assembly Automation Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing
molding automation systems, including robotic equipment and auxiliary devices. This role ensures smooth operation
of automated molding processes and supports continuous improvement initiatives in a high-volume manufacturing
environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Automation Troubleshooting
Diagnose and resolve issues with molding or Assembly automation systems, including robots, conveyors,
sensors, and vision systems.
Troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical
Respond to alarms and faults in real-time to minimize downtime.
Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to address recurring issues.
Robot Programming & Optimization
Program and fine-tune molding or assembly machine robots (e.g., Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, Wittmann) for part
handling, degating, and packaging.
Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and part quality.
Maintain backups and documentation of robot programs and settings.
Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
Perform scheduled maintenance on automation equipment to ensure reliability.
Replace worn components and calibrate sensors and actuators.
Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
Process Support & Continuous Improvement
Support mold trials and new product launches by setting up automation sequences.
Recommend and implement improvements to automation layouts and workflows.
Participate in kaizen events and lean manufacturing initiatives.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure all automation systems operate within safety guidelines.
Maintain compliance with ISO, FDA, and GMP standards where applicable.
Qualifications:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Technical certification or associate's degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, or Industrial Automation
preferred.
Experience:
2 5 years of experience in injection molding or assembly machine automation or related field.
Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.
Skills:
Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial sensors.
Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics.
Familiarity with EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) design and maintenance.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills