Automation Maintenance Technician 2nd shift

Pentair•Hanover Park, IL

8d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Pentair is hiring an Automation Maintenance Technician for its Hanover Park, Illinois team. The technician supports manufacturing production lines by adapting to and integrating new robotic and automation technologies, troubleshooting advanced machinery, and working with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure equipment is properly installed and operating. The role also provides technical guidance to operators, cell leads, and the Production Manager on projects, process improvements, and production-line issues. The technician helps maintain Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and participates in continuous improvement activities, including Gemba walks and Kaizen circles. The position focuses on identifying root causes of recurring downtime and developing strategies to prevent it. The posting notes opportunities to learn new skills as new manufacturing equipment is introduced.

Requirements

At least 5 years of maintenance experience in an automated manufacturing environment.
Ability to use electrical testing devices such as a digital multimeter or oscilloscope.
Experience with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical blueprints and schematics.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and plumbing equipment.
Experience in robotics programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics.
Ability to identify root causes and make proactive recommendations to improve operations.
Basic working knowledge of PLC programming and ladder logic.
Strong English communication skills, including speaking, reading, and writing.
Ability to frequently lift 20–40 pounds and infrequently lift 55–60 pounds.
Ability to regularly bend and reach, and to stand for long periods; walk, sit, bend, lift, and reach with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Support manufacturing production lines with technical expertise so the operations team can achieve business objectives.
Provide guidance to operators, cell leads, and the Production Manager regarding projects, process improvements, and production-line issues.
Troubleshoot equipment such as robotics, conveyors, coaters, labelers, and presses.
Adapt to new automation and robotic equipment being brought into and installed at the facility.
Work with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure proper installation and operation of robotics and automation equipment.
Maintain Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and participate in continuous improvement activities, Gemba walks, and Kaizen circles.
Identify root causes of recurring downtime and develop strategies to eliminate it.