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Automation Engineer 1st Shift (Starting $26.25-$32.75 ) in South Elgin
Automation Engineer 1st Shift (Starting $26.25-$32.75 ) in South ElginEnergy Jobline ZR • South Elgin, IL, United States
Automation Engineer 1st Shift (Starting $26.25-$32.75 ) in South Elgin

Automation Engineer 1st Shift (Starting $26.25-$32.75 ) in South Elgin

Energy Jobline ZR • South Elgin, IL, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Job DescriptionJob Description

Want to be part of something special? We're Filling Important Jobs!

Join an industry leader and innovator looking for people who want to make a difference.

Hoffer Plastics is hiring for "Automation Engineer" Programs, repairs and maintains all automated machinery and auxiliary equipment.

Play a key role in producing plastic components that make everyday life possible, from transportation to food packaging to healthcare.

$1,000 sign on bonus

Starting Pay $26.25 - $32.75 (based on experience)

1st Shift Hours are 7 : 00am - 4 : 00pm

  • Hoffer provides full training, extensive benefits, pay premiums for night shifts, and unlimited career potential.

Responsibilities :

  • All automated devices used for the purpose of runner removal, part handling, separation or packing.
  • All machinery located at the press or in the Assembly department used in secondary operations
  • All auxiliary equipment
  • Diagnose trouble, disassemble, and determine extent of repairs necessary.
  • Problem analysis and problem resolution skills
  • The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
  • Make up repair parts, replace defective components.
  • Perform necessary welding and sheet metal operations involved in repairing equipment.
  • Operate lathe, vertical mill, drill press and grinders as required.
  • Occasionally direct an assigned helper.
  • Maintain work area in neat and orderly manner
  • Observe safety rules and wearing of prescribed protective clothing or items.
  • This job description does not contain every function / responsibility that may be required in the performance of this job. All team members are required to perform other related duties / functions as assigned.
  • All team members shall :

  • Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
  • Continue to grow job specific knowledge and use tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement.
  • Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
  • PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS :

    The incumbent will :

  • Working in a clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and will require spending a significant amount of time moving around on the manufacturing floor.
  • Ability to stand and / or walk up to constantly during the shift.
  • Lifting up to fifty-five pounds (55).
  • Bending, stooping, twisting, balancing, kneeling and crouching is involved in the regular execution of duties.
  • Ability to push and pull items.
  • Ability to ascend / descend, work atop and traverse molding machines, assembly equipment, ladders and aerial lift equipment,
  • Ability to work occasionally in small cramped spaces.
  • Must wear appropriate PPE including fire retardant apparel.
  • Qualifications :

  • Minimum 2 year technical degree in related field
  • 5 years of PLC programming experience with systems such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.
  • Experience troubleshooting and improving Electrical Control, Vision System, PLC Systems, Robotics and continuous motion systems strongly .
  • Mechanical comprehension as well as strong understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical applications and blueprints
  • Must be able to read and interpret prints and diagrams
  • Strong general computer skills including CAD (Solidworks and / or ProE)
  • Benefits :

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental and VSP Vision Insurance
  • Hoffer Plastics matches .50 per $1.00 dollar contributed each payroll period up to 6% plus a Safe Harbor contribution of an amount equal to 3% of employee's annual eligible earnings
  • Paid Life Insurance in the amount of 1.5 times basic annual salary
  • Short term and Long-term
  • 2 Weeks Paid Vacation and up to 5 Days of Illinois Paid Leave.
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Reimbursements (Tuition, Prescription Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoe, and Fitness)
  • Join an established, growing third U.S. company that goes "All In" for people, plastics and purpose.

    Hoffer Plastics Corporation : There's a part of us in Every Piece .

    www.hofferplastics.com

    Hoffer Plastics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , or veteran status.

    If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.

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