Automation Technician

Automation Technician | PLC, Robotics & Electro-Mechanical Systems

(Troubleshoot, repair, program, and maintain complex automated and robotic manufacturing equipment.)

Location: Hanover Park, IL ⏰ Shift: Night Shift | 6:45 PM–7:00 AM 12-Hour | 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule Pay:35+/hr, based on experience Industry: Automated Manufacturing

Role Summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Automation Technician to support complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic manufacturing equipment. Working under general supervision, this technician plans, sequences, assembles, troubleshoots, and repairs automation equipment using verbal instructions, schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.

️ Qualifications & Skills

• 1–2+ years troubleshooting and repairing automated production equipment
• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar field preferred; equivalent technical training/experience considered
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience required
• Understanding of ladder logic
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
• strong electro-mechanical troubleshooting ability
• Experience with robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automated machinery
• Ability to use advanced trade mathematics, technical specifications, and complex drawings
• Experience using precision measuring instruments
• Ability to work independently and use sound judgment when troubleshooting complex equipment

Position Structure

• Reports to production/operations management
• This position does not directly manage employees
• Works closely with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• 11 company-paid holidays
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• Training and advancement opportunities

Text "Automation Tech" to View phone number on us.fitly.work to apply or request more information!

salary: $40,000 - $95,000 per year
shift: Third
work hours: 6:30 PM - 7 AM
education: Associate

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot automated assembly and robotic equipment
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs
• Perform equipment failure analysis and scheduled preventative maintenance
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs and ladder logic
• Create new robot programs and edit existing programs
• Read and develop mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical schematics
• Set up manual and semi-automatic assembly lines and support pre-production runs
• Assist with installation and relocation of automated equipment
• Update equipment manuals, programs, and technical documentation
• Maintain accurate reports of repairs and equipment activities
• Use precision measuring and diagnostic instruments
• Identify machine improvement opportunities and provide feedback to Engineering
• Follow all company safety and quality procedures
• Perform additional technical duties as assigned

The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 10lbs
• standing for 10 hours at one time
• working up to 10 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• PLC Programming
• PLC Troubleshoot
• Ladder Logic
• Industrial Automation
• Robotics
• Robot Programming

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 2 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on us.fitly.work.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.