Automation Technician – Injection Molding Robotics
Intellectt INC
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Skills
- Automation Technician
- Injection Molding
Summary
Title: Automation Technician – Injection Molding Robotics
Company: Intellectt Inc.
Location: Lake Bluff, IL or Libertyville, IL
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 12 Months
Experience Level: 2–5 Years
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Automation Technician to support injection molding automation systems, robotic operations, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience programming industrial robots, diagnosing automation faults, and optimizing manufacturing processes. This role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, support for molding trials and new product launches, and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, productivity, and product quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and resolve issues involving robots, conveyors, sensors, and vision systems.
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize molding robots for part handling, degating, and packaging.
- Modify robot paths and sequences to improve cycle time and product quality.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.
- Replace worn components and calibrate sensors and actuators.
- Maintain robot program backups, maintenance records, and equipment performance logs.
- Support molding trials, new product launches, and automation setup activities.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and participate in Kaizen and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Ensure automation equipment operates safely and complies with applicable quality and regulatory standards.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 2–5 years of experience in injection molding automation or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with robot programming and troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial sensors.
- Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Pay Scale
Anticipated hourly pay range: $34-37 per hour on W-2.
Benefits
Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to the applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.
Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.
Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO other than that required by applicable state and local laws.
- Dice Id: 91111992
- Position Id: 45783-10427-1793728395
- Posted 1 day ago
Company Info
Intellectt Inc. is a global IT and next-generation engineering solutions company
that helps graded enterprises innovate, scale, and stay competitive in a digital-first world. We
combine deep domain expertise with advanced engineering, digital, and manufacturing
capabilities to solve complex challenges across industries such as Healthcare, BFSI, Aerospace,
Automotive, Manufacturing, Telecom, Retail, and Energy. With a team of 2,500+ professionals, including 1,800+ engineers, and 15 global delivery centers across the USA, India, Canada, Mexico, Ireland, and Asia, Intellectt delivers high-quality, scalable solutions. The company has achieved an annual revenue of $270 million, reflecting strong growth and client trust. Our core capabilities include Engineering & Manufacturing, Validation & Quality, Digital Technologies, Healthcare Solutions, Enterprise Applications, Managed Services, and Talent Solutions. We bring expertise in AI, Data & Analytics, Cloud, IoT, Digital Twins, SAP, and Industry 4.0, along with strong capabilities in regulated environments such as medical devices and life sciences. Driven by agility, quality, and innovation, Intellectt partners with organizations to deliver efficient, compliant, and future-ready solutions that create measurable business impact.
With 30+ years of combined engineering and manufacturing expertise across its
divisions, Intellectt brings deep domain knowledge and execution maturity, enabling clients to
confidently navigate complex, regulated, and high-performance environments.
Flagship Platforms & Accelerators :
Intellectt has developed advanced proprietary solutions and accelerators to drive business
efficiency and innovation, including:
● Voice Connector - enabling seamless, intelligent communication systems
● CCMA (Customer Communication Management & Automation) - delivering
personalized, automated customer engagement at scale
● Enterprise Data Platforms & AI Accelerators - enabling faster deployment of
data-driven and AI-powered solutions
