Automation Technician
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Automation Technician

ROCKWOOL International A/S

Location: Chicago,IL, USA

Date: 2024-12-02T07:41:10Z

Job Description:

Time left to apply: End Date: December 31, 2024 (30+ days left to apply)

Job Requisition ID: R0029321

Position: 2nd Shift Automation Technician

Shift Hours: 2:30pm - 11pm

Salary: $39/hour - $42/hour

Shift Differential Included

Ourpurpose is simple and compelling: To release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living. ROCKWOOL products save energy and water and reduce CO2 emissions, protect buildings from the spread of fire; reduce waste; improve acoustic comfort, building performance and aesthetics; and enhance Precision Growing, thereby improving the efficiency of fresh food production.

Every day, ROCKWOOL colleagues are developing and applying new technologies to release yet more potential of stone wool to enrich modern life. Would you also be proud to enrich society like we do? Apply now to join us as we improve modern living conditions for millions of people worldwide.

Job Purpose & Scope

Support production and other departments by troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, upgrading, and building machinery as directed by preventative maintenance (PM) plans, work orders, and calls. Continuously improve methods, techniques, machinery, and other as needed to positively impact the organization. The Automation Technician troubleshoots and repairs robotics, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, electro-mechanical control systems, and supports the PLC based control systems.

Key Responsibilities & Job Content

  • Focus on our highly automated production lines including metal forming, vision systems, robotics, state of the art packaging systems, etc.
  • Install, maintain, and repair production machinery and equipment.
  • Plan maintenance and repair procedures including power, electric, and electronic control. Diagnose problems and determine what repairs are required.
  • Plan sequences of operations for fabricating & installing new machinery.
  • Submit purchase requisitions or make components for assigned repairs.
  • Operate machine tools as required to install and repair equipment (e.g., torches, welders, drill presses, parts cleaning, band saws, forklifts, jib hoists/cranes, high lifts, and rigging equipment).
  • Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and close maintenance work orders in a timely manner with a high level of quality.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area for all employees and comply with all safety policies and standards.
  • Train new/current employees in basic machine operations to maximize utilization.
  • Recommend and execute cost saving improvements, safety, and ergonomic improvements.
  • Ensure comprehensive communication with oncoming shift.
  • Work with outside contractors and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
  • Document all work in a neat and legible manner within the CMMS system.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

What You Have:

  • College level degree in Engineering Technology.
  • Minimum of 5 years of automation maintenance experience required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems experience required.
  • Demonstrates knowledge in troubleshooting electro-mechanical control systems and PLC based control systems.
  • Experienced in general mechanical maintenance of production machinery including reading blueprints, pneumatics, hydraulics, and ordering machine parts.
  • Knowledge of electrical wiring repairs and installation, AC/DC controls, blueprints, and schematic diagrams.
  • Ability to use a variety of small hand tools, power tools, hoists, and material handling equipment.
  • Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and strong communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong PC skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and troubleshooting software.
  • Must provide own hand tools.
  • Ability to stand much of the time, lift 50 lbs, and work overtime when necessary.

This Is What We Offer:

Join a rapidly growing stable organization that offers a range of career development opportunities with a comprehensive salary and benefits package.

About ROCKWOOL North America:

At the ROCKWOOL Group, we are committed to enriching the lives of everyone who comes into contact with our solutions. Our expertise is perfectly suited to tackle many of today's biggest sustainability and development challenges.

With approx. 10,500 passionate colleagues in 38 countries, we are the world leader in stone wool solutions. We encourage you to join our team.

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