Vertex Elite
Vertex Elite

Automation Technician for Molding

Buffalo Grove, IL, US • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago
Contract Independent
Contract W2
12 Months
No Travel Required
On-site
Depends on Experience
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Skills

  • HMI
  • PLC
  • FDA

Summary

Job Summary:
 
The Molding or Assembly Automation Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing molding automation systems, including robotic equipment and auxiliary devices. This role ensures smooth operation of automated molding processes and supports continuous improvement initiatives in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
Automation Troubleshooting
 
•                     Diagnose and resolve issues with molding or Assembly automation systems, including robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.
•                     Troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical
•                     Respond to alarms and faults in real-time to minimize downtime.
•                     Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to address recurring issues.
 
 
Robot Programming & Optimization
 
•                     Program and fine-tune molding or assembly machine robots (e.g., Sepro, Fanuc, Yushin, Wittmann) for part handling, degating, and packaging.
•                     Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and part quality.
•                     Maintain backups and documentation of robot programs and settings.
 
Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
 
•                     Perform scheduled maintenance on automation equipment to ensure reliability.
•                     Replace worn components and calibrate sensors and actuators.
•                     Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
 
 
Process Support & Continuous Improvement
 
•                     Support mold trials and new product launches by setting up automation sequences.
•                     Recommend and implement improvements to automation layouts and workflows.
•                     Participate in kaizen events and lean manufacturing initiatives.
 
 
Safety & Compliance
 
•                     Ensure all automation systems operate within safety guidelines.
•                     Maintain compliance with ISO, FDA, and GMP standards where applicable.
 
Qualifications:
 
  •  Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
  •   Technical certification or associate’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, or Industrial Automation preferred                      
  •  Experience: 2–5 years of experience in injection molding or assembly machine automation or related field.
  • Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.               
  • Skills: Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial sensors.
  •    Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics.
  • Familiarity with EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) design and maintenance.
  •  Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

 

Vertex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship status or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. 

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 91159658
  • Position Id: SST_EATM
  • Posted 2 hours ago

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About Vertex Elite

Vertex Elite is a consulting, IT staffing solutions and workforce support services. We are based out of Houston, TX. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality, high-value and unparalleled networks of talented IT professionals, IT staffing solutions, IT workforce management expertise – delivered at a size and scale that sets us above any of our competitors. We help our clients achieve their business needs and address their IT workforce challenges by providing 24/7 support throughout the year.

We believe in the vision of offering our clients a cutting-edge advantage in terms of Consulting,IT Staffing solutions by developing a long-term association on the basis of symbiotic growth and respect. Our deep understandings into the labor market of Information Technology help us to realize the business ends of our clients and optimize their workforce strategies.

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