Industrial Automation Technician

IGPS Logistics LLC•Hanover Park, IL

About The Position

The Industrial Automation Technician is responsible to ensure all depot equipment is performing properly, receiving proper preventative maintenance, and issues are quickly resolved when equipment needs repair. Supporting a national network, this role will perform troubleshooting support both on-site and off-site as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Two (2) years or more of strong background experience in maintenance, repair and preventative maintenance programs associated with automation equipment, robotics, conveyors, etc.
Ability to read and follow electrical prints
Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in English (required) and Spanish (preferred.)
Ability to quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems on-site or remotely.
Perform work independently under direction of supervisor, providing regular feedback and updates
Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.)
Highly thorough and dependable; can regularly and reliably work the scheduled hours; ability to be on call and work overtime as needed
Capability to multi-task and highly organized, with excellent time management skills
Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices
Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize when required
Flexibility to operate, and self-driven to excel, in a fast-paced environment
Ability to take the initiative and drive for results

Nice To Haves

Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in English (required) and Spanish (preferred.)

Responsibilities

Serve the depot network by ensuring the equipment in each location is operating properly through a combination of on and off-site support.
Manage, in conjunction with depot management, preventative maintenance and repair procedures to maximize machine uptime and efficiency.
Proactively communicate findings related to downtime with all operations to prevent future occurrences.
Collaborate with depot management to identify root cause(s) to cell/robot performance to develop plans to correct and prevent reoccurrence.
Support management to develop SOPs, work instructions and training material for equipment operators across depot network.
Serve as primary point of contact for depots in network for troubleshooting equipment problems as required.
Investigate and problem-solve various mechanical/electrical/robotic issues.
Assist and monitor all work being performed by outside contractors.
Maintain inventory controls on spare parts usage.
Train local management and associates on equipment, including daily use and maintenance needs.
Position requires regular travel (50-75%) inside national network.
Position is based in either Hanover Park Ill, or Douglassville GA.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.