Automation Technician (BP1)

Pactiv Evergreen • Bedford Park, IL

2d • $36 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs. Summary: Automation Technicians are the front line “reactive” responders to solve maintenance problems that occur throughout the plant requiring troubleshooting, analyzing, problem solving, and implementation of plans and solutions; duties and tasks are performed on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic, and automated production equipment to meet all operational goals and objectives. Must have 5+ years of directly related experience and a solid understanding of all related equipment, processes, and controls. You must have a strong manufacturing background with demonstrated in depth troubleshooting abilities as well as a high mechanical and electrical aptitude.

Requirements

• 5+ years automation technician experience within plastics industry; experience within Injection Molding industry highly preferred
• Strong technical skills including mechanical, electrical, and electronic/PLC programming in a manufacturing/production environment
• HS Diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree in related field preferred
• Must possess the ability to work in tight spaces and on ladders/platforms
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical troubleshooting robotics/automation
• Understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, gearboxes, belts/pulleys, chains, and sprockets
• Full term of experience must include working knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, ability to read schematics (electrical, mechanical/piping), P&ID diagrams, and blueprints
• Electrical: AC/DC Electrical competency; up to 480 volt AC and 90 volt DC. Experience with motors and drives; both AC and DC.. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics. Experience with all types of switches and sensors, including high speed counters. Ability to read wiring diagrams, use multimeters, need manual skills as well as programs, logics, editing/troubleshooting program and motor controls, 3 phase circuits
• Electronic: PLC Experience with Allen Bradley and GE-Fanuc PLCs, AC and DC I/O cards, high speed counter cards, stepper motor control cards and operator interface controls (Horner, TCP and Allen Bradley). Knowledge of ladder logic, program sequencing, and PC diagnostic tools. Ability to troubleshoot PLC and control interface problems, including program downloads
• Mechanical: Experience with power transmission systems including gear reducers, roller chain systems, and conveyors. Experience with pneumatic systems including solenoid valves and motion controls
• Computers: Understanding of the operation of a Personal Computer and peripheral equipment. Experience with Microsoft Office Software (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access) or equivalent. Integrated Operation System (ERP).
• Strong problem solving skills with a solutions oriented mindset and innovative, creative, critical thinking
• Strong work ethic with a high sense of urgency, leadership qualities, strong teamwork mentality, independent self-starter
• Leadership skills, high integrity, good judgement, professional, ownership, safety
• Strong interpersonal skills in customer service, oral communication, written communications
• Teamwork, planning, organizing, quality, quantity
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Attendance, punctuality, dependability

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Whittman and Krauss Maffie equipment is preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and electronic components of automation equipment
• Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance work on automation equipment in a manufacturing/production environment
• Perform maintenance, set-up, and PM on automation equipment in Injection Molding department
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment related processing issues
• On-call as needed by department and able to be flexible with schedule as needed
• Use standard and metric hand tools to complete tasks and duties
• Troubleshoot maintenance problems that occur throughout the plant with a major emphasis on electrical problems, to include A.C.(Alternating Current) and D.C. (Direct Current) drives, PLC (programmable logic controllers) as well as basic motor control circuits.
• Electrical duties: performing all major and minor electrical repairs including 480V 3-phase motor repairs/installation, motor starter circuit repairs, VFD drives, photo-optic sensing devices, proximity switches, e-stop circuitry, and group fault detection in accordance to the guidelines established by Pactiv’s “Electrical Safety Program”, read and interpret schematics and basic electrical symbol identification, understand electrical theory including basic OHMS-law application, AC/DC drives, PLC, basic motor control circuits
• Mechanical duties: clean, lubricate, and adjust equipment when needed, examine mechanical equipment to diagnose and repair problems, disassemble, repair/replace, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment/devices including motors, conveyors, pumps, belts, chains, etc., read mechanical prints and technical data during installation and repair of equipment, read and interpret PI&D drawings
• May assist with the training of other employees
• Utilize mandatory safety equipment; executes duties in a safe and efficient manner; adhere to all safety rules and regulations
• Assists maintenance and production staff as needed
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay rate $35.55-$42.64- paid weekly
• Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
• Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family
• Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity
• With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
• We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

What This Job Offers

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