Maintenance Technician - Automation (APU 4-B)

Nemera•Vernon Hills, IL

16h

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician - Automation monitors, troubleshoots, and repairs assembly, subassembly, printing, and packaging machines. The role performs preventive maintenance and repairs, addresses equipment alarms and root causes, supports production quality, and restores malfunctioning equipment to operation. The position works with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, machine controls, and robot arms. It is a 12-hour rotating day shift position from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The work takes place in a clean manufacturing environment that may have moderate noise and requires appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience in a technical, hands-on position.
Experience with complex assembly automation.
Experience in electrical systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting.
Ability to regularly lift up to 40 pounds with repetitive movements.
Ability to push and pull items and climb ladders.
Ability to stand and/or walk during the shift.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently from verbal and/or written instructions.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to use basic hand tools.
Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience.
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and safe work area and report unsafe working conditions.
Use and interpret measuring devices, gauges, and inspection tools.
Perform required preventive maintenance and equipment repairs.
Check product quality and identify acceptable and unacceptable product according to quality policies and procedures.
Participate in teams and suggest improvements.
Respond to machine alarms, identify root causes, and address them.
Follow 5S and Lock Out/Tag Out guidelines.
Perform and document inspections according to cGMP and applicable work instruction and device history records.
Diagnose and troubleshoot pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, and other machine malfunctions.
Adjust assembly machine units for production operations according to department specifications.
Repair and maintain electrical controls on assembly and packaging equipment, including servicing, adjusting, and testing machines and devices.
Assist with uploading programs to controls after program loss or CPU replacement.
Repair robot arms and controls, including replacing boards, motors, and encoders.
Conduct TPM activities and perform weekly, monthly, and other required preventive maintenance.
Enter maintenance work orders in SAP and maintain an ongoing list of CMMS work orders and completion timelines.
Monitor processes, identify issues, and take corrective action.
Perform root cause analysis for safety, quality, and processing issues.
Suggest ways to improve work and environmental efficiency and safety.
Troubleshoot equipment by observing its operation and consult maintenance personnel or outside technical support as needed.
Restore damaged or malfunctioning equipment by repairing, replacing, or adjusting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Coordinate repair schedules with the Maintenance Leader to control downtime and maintain communication with the Maintenance Leader.
Assist other maintenance personnel as needed and use maintenance resources efficiently.
Complete work with technical excellence and in an efficient, cost-effective manner.
Comply with company policies and perform other duties as assigned.