Automation Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Automation Technician

Company: Intellectt Inc.

Location: Lake Bluff, IL

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract (12 Months)

Experience: 2–5 Years

Job Responsibilities

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• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with injection molding automation systems, including robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.
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• Program, configure, and optimize industrial robots such as Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, and Wittmann for part handling, degating, and packaging.
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• Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time, production efficiency, and product quality.
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• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment, including replacing components and calibrating sensors and actuators.
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• Support mold trials, new product launches, and automation setup activities.
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• Identify opportunities to improve automation processes, equipment layouts, and production workflows.
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• Maintain robot program backups, maintenance records, and equipment documentation.
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• Ensure automation equipment operates safely and complies with applicable quality and manufacturing standards.
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Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (B.E.) or equivalent technical education.
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• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in injection molding automation, robotics, or industrial automation.
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• Experience with robot programming, troubleshooting, and optimization.
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• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, industrial sensors, and automation systems.
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• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
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• Familiarity with EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) design, setup, and maintenance.
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• Experience with injection molding robots such as Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, or Wittmann is preferred.
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• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Pay Scale

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• Anticipated hourly pay range: $41/hr on W2.
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Benefits

Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to the applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Intellectt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.