Automation Technician III - Day Shift

Jabil • Hanover Park, IL

2d

About The Position

Working under general supervision, the Automation Technician III plans, maps, sequences, and performs assembly of complex electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic robotic equipment from verbal and written instructions. The role also performs layout of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical schematics and supports the reliability and operation of assembly automation equipment.

Requirements

• Ability to use advanced trades mathematics and complex drawings, specifications, and charts.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to apply judgment to more difficult work using complex drawings, specifications, and charts.
• Ability to program and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and ladder logic.
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing production equipment running on PLC ladder logic, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or GED minimum.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic troubleshooting on assembly automation equipment.
• Make mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic repairs to assembly automation equipment.
• Perform equipment failure analysis, repairs, and scheduled preventative maintenance on robotic and automated equipment.
• Set up manual and semi-automatic assembly lines and assist with pre-production runs.
• Assist in installing new automated equipment and moving equipment to new locations.
• Create new robot programs and edit existing robot programs.
• Update manuals and programs for automated equipment.
• Keep accurate reports of activities performed on each piece of equipment.
• Provide input to engineering staff on potential machine improvements.
• Set up and maintain production maintenance schedules and parts inventory.
• Ensure software is backed up and up to date.
• Work with Maintenance and Process Technicians to maintain daily production operations and assembly through preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Support company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during the first year of employment.
• Four weeks of paid parental leave.
• In 2027, 11 company-paid holidays: 9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays, subject to yearly change.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED