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Automation Technician III - Day Shift

Jabil · Hanover Park, IL

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Level
Technician
Team
Controls
Experience asked
60+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
Yesterday

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level controls role at Jabil (industrial) in Hanover Park, IL. Makes mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic repairs to assembly automation equipment.

They ask for
60+ years
Tools it names
PLC, Robotics, Automation, Assembly lines
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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How this role compares

Against 9 other live controls postings in Illinois.

Experience asked
More than usual (60+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Robotics 80%
  • ✓ Automation 80%
  • ✓ PLC 60%
  • Root cause 50%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 60+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: Jabil in Hanover Park

1 other open role at this site.

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Job summary

Working under general supervision, plans, maps, sequences and performs assembly of complex electrical, mechanical and pneumatic robotic and equipment from verbal and written instructions. Performs layout of mechanical, pneumatic and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

· Performs a variety of diagnostic troubleshooting activities on assembly automation equipment.

· Makes mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic repairs to assembly automation equipment

· Performs equipment failure analysis, repairs, and scheduled preventative maintenance on robotic and automated equipment.

· Sets up manual and semi-automatic assembly lines and assists in operating pre-production runs.

· Assists in installing new automated equipment and in moving equipment to new locations.

· Creates new robot programs and edit existing robot programs.

· Updates manuals and programs for automated equipment.

· Keeps accurate reports of all activities performed on each piece of equipment.

· Provides input to engineering staff on areas for machine improvements.

· Sets up and maintains production maintenance schedule and parts inventory.

· Ensures all software is backed up and up-to-date.

· Works with Maintenance and Process Technicians to maintain daily production operations and assembly through preventative and corrective maintenance.

· Supports all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.

· Other

responsibilities

may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the

requirements

of the department/position.

responsibilities

as assigned.

JOB

Requirements

· Ability to use advanced trades mathematics together with use of complex drawings, specifications and charts.

· Ability to use all varieties of precision measuring instruments

· Must be able to apply judgment to perform more difficult work with use of complex drawings, specifications and charts.

· Ability to program and troubleshoot PLC (programmable logic controllers) and ladder logic.

· Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.

Requirements

· HS or GED minimum; AS Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering Technology preferred; or equivalent certification

· Minimum 6 years experience troubleshooting and repairing production equipment running on PLC ladder logic

· Or equivalent combination of education and experience

The hourly pay range for this role is $22.84 - $41.11. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include

qualifications

and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment; 4 weeks of paid parental leave; in 2027, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.

Jabil may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. If and when AI is used, Jabil ensures that its use of AI would not have the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes.

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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

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