Lead Machine Builder & Test Technician - Automation

TekPro has an exciting opportunity for an experienced test technician and electromechanical machine builder. This role is responsible for final assembly, testing/debugging, field installation and service of custom automation machinery. You will also participate in customer product testing, demonstrations, technician education, and final quality control inspection of machinery prior to shipment. You will need to have the ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally. This position is based near Elgin, Illinois.

Our client is a 100% employee-owned company that designs and manufactures high speed automation assembly and test equipment for the life science, personal care and food and beverage industries.

What You Will Do:

• Perform a series of checks (electrical and mechanical), analyze part control, machine functions, and operations per specifications
• Provide technical support to engineering and manufacturing for machinery upgrades and configurations including written documentation of field corrections and problems for their use.
• Perform the testing of product samples supplied by the customer for the purpose of determining equipment compatibility and configuration.
• Perform the final quality and performance testing of machinery
• Perform machinery installations, service, and warranty claims in a timely manner through direct customer and representative contact.
• You will be involved in the customer contact and assistance during machinery acceptance visits

What You Will Bring:

Our ideal candidate will have 3+ years of machine building, testing/debugging experience and the following credentials/skills:

• 3+ years as a service technician or lead machine builder for automated machinery

• Associates Degree or certificate from college or technical school or equivalent experience

• Electrical (understands AC/DC Fundamentals)

• Must know how to read detailed 3D drawings, electrical and pneumatic schematics

• Basic use of machine shop equipment (drill press, mill, grinder)

• PLC experience a plus (ability to read ladder logic and basic editing skills)

• Previous experience using basic hand tools and measuring equipment (calipers, micrometer, scales and gauges)

What We Offer:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance - employer paid

• Vision Insurance – employer paid

• Short and Long-term disability – employer paid

• Basic Life and AD&D – employer paid

• Voluntary Life insurance

• 401(k) with company contribution

• Pension plan

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

• Paid time off

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness Reimbursement

• 8 paid holidays

You should be proficient in:

• Electrical Schematics
• Machine Building/Assembling
• Pneumatics Experience

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