Automation Technician

Job Description:

Company Description

Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The company’s seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth, best-in-class margins and favorable returns in markets where innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth. The Sexton business fits within the ITW Drawform Division and is a market leader in the manufacture of high-pressure aerosol cans and after-market filter shells and is seeking an Automation Technician for its Decatur, AL facility, located 30 minutes Southwest of the Huntsville area.

Job Description

The Automation Technician will be responsible for installing new equipment, improving automated processes, updating control systems, and maintaining such equipment. This role provides significant exposure to automation, integration and the safety required of such projects intended to increase throughput and provide both robust and safe operations. Additionally, the candidate will interface with the entire operations team, consisting of Safety, Quality, Production, Engineering, Shipping and Facility Maintenance.

Essential Functions:

• Implement automation improvements throughout the plant including current automation.
• Provide technical expertise for Machine Safety and Guarding projects.
• Provide electrical support through troubleshooting and upgrading of manufacturing equipment.
• Assist in the installation of robotics and controls to automate production equipment.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of PC’s and PLCs with their various software systems, i.e. Ladder Logic, NC Software, QBasic and Network Protocols.
• Provide technical support for laser and vision systems.
• Help the maintenance team with equipment repairs.
• Complete other duties as assigned or directed.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2-year technical degree in electrical technology, Mechatronics, or equivalent is required/preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment in a Maintenance/Automation Technician role required/preferred.
• Fanuc Robotic Installation and Programming is preferred
• SolidWorks or AutoCAD experience is highly desirable.
• Must be able to give examples of relevant projects and/or work completed.
• Working knowledge of PLCs and PLC programming (Allen Bradley is preferred).
• Experience in panel building and sizing is desired.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems within a manufacturing environment.
• Possess a deep understanding of Ethernet communication, Control Logic and Programmable Logic Control (PLC).
• Demonstrate knowledge concerning general safety protocol and procedures regarding field operations.
• Experience with Robotic programming.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (equipment suppliers, outside engineers) to support project development activities.
• Ability to work independently, manage projects and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Self-starter; works with minimal supervision; capable of offering up and making decisions.
• Effective oral, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Team-player with aptitude to learn the ITW culture and work within a fast-paced environment
  
  

Benefits:

Being an employee at ITW comes with lots of benefits. Some of these benefits include:

• Paid Holidays
• PTO (Vacation and Sick Pay)
• Attendance Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Medical (3 Plans), Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA
• STD/LTD
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) (Roth/After-tax options available)
• Parental Leave
• Adoption Cost Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship Program
• 3 for 1 gift match program
• Volunteer Match Program
• $115 credit towards safety shoes
  
  

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.