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Title: Automation Technician
Position: Non-Exempt
Location: Antioch, IL
Manager: No
Reports to: Engineering Manger
SUMMARY OF ROLE
The Automation Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance, and overhaul work on electronic/electromechanical equipment. Position will read and interpret electronic schematics and identify components to manage projects. Maintain an attitude of Continuous Improvement, make improvement suggestions. Maximize efficiency through prioritization and multitasking.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Must be highly mechanically inclined and have a strong ability to use basic hand tools.
* Perform preventive maintenance as defined per instruction and assigned intervals.
* Inspect equipment for defects and plan for solutions to prevent downtime
* Maintain electronic/electromechanical equipment to ensure it is in optimal running condition.
* Able to work independently or as team member to achieve goals and initiatives.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.
* Maintain safety and functionality of components, tools, and equipment.
* General housekeeping around the shop and maintain safe work environment.
* Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
* High School Diploma or equivalency required.
* Technical degree or equivalent years of experience.
* Basic math skills. Basic electrical skills Basic computer skills
* Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.
* Knowledge of plastic processing and troubleshooting is a plus.
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and processes is a plus.
* Possess good hand-eye coordination with manual dexterity.
Training Considerations
* CAD
* General programming (Vision, Robotics)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
* The employee must occasionally?lift up?to 50?lbs.?when necessary.?
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is usually in an indoor concrete floored Manufacturing environment. Personal Protective Equipment will be defined by specific work areas.
Westfall -Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment