Maintenance Technician - Automation (APU 4-B)

Nemera•Vernon Hills, IL

1d•$25 - $40

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician - Automation monitors, troubleshoots, and repairs assembly, subassembly, printing, and packaging machines. The role performs preventive maintenance, identifies and addresses equipment issues, restores malfunctioning machinery, and supports safe, efficient, and quality-focused manufacturing operations. The position is a 12-hour rotating day shift from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The technician works in a clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise and requires appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three or more 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 and perform repetitive movements.
Ability to push and pull items and climb ladders.
Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods during the shift.
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, safe work area and report unsafe working conditions.
Read, use, and interpret measuring devices, gauges, and inspection tools.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment, including weekly and monthly maintenance as required.
Check product quality and identify acceptable and non-acceptable product in accordance with quality policies and procedures.
Participate in teams and offer suggestions for improvement.
Respond to machine alarms and identify and address their root causes.
Follow 5S guidelines and Lock Out/Tag Out rules.
Perform and document inspections according to cGMP requirements and applicable work instruction and device history records.
Diagnose and troubleshoot pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and other malfunctions on a variety of machines.
Adjust assembly machine units for major and minor lot production operations according to department specifications.
Repair and maintain electrical controls on assembly and packaging equipment, including servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines and devices.
Assist with uploading programs to controls following program loss or CPU replacement.
Repair robot arms and controls, including replacing defective boards, motors, and encoders.
Conduct TPM activities as required.
Enter maintenance work orders into SAP, the Computerized Maintenance Management Software, and maintain an ongoing list with timelines for addressing and completing orders.
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.
Comply with company policies.
Locate equipment problems by observing equipment operation and consult other maintenance personnel or outside technical support as needed.
Restore damaged or malfunctioning equipment by repairing, replacing, or adjusting systems.
Coordinate repairs with the Maintenance Leader to control downtime and maintain communication with the Maintenance Leader.
Assist other maintenance personnel as needed.
Use equipment and supplies efficiently and complete work with technical excellence in a cost-effective manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.