**Overview** **Automation Technician** | Bedford Park, IL | **HIRING IMMEDIATELY** All Automation Technicians work on a rotating schedule with every other weekend off. Shifts available are below: **Night Shift Schedule:** + 7:00pm - 7:00am **Why should you apply?** By joining Pactiv Evergreen Packer Team, you will be part of a global leader with endless opportunities for building the career you want! In addition, as a packer you will receive: + 3-day weekend every other week + Only at work 15 days out of the month + Excellent benefits + Paid time off + Reimbursement up to $80 for steel toe shoes **Compensation:** + Competitive starting pay rate **$35.55-$42.64** + Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases + Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family + Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity **Benefits:** + Medical, Dental, Vision + Prescription drug coverage + 401K with a company match + New Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details) + Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts + Corporate discounts **Responsibilities** **Summary:** Automation Technicians are the front line “reactive” responders to solve maintenance problems that occur throughout the plant requiring troubleshooting, analyzing, problem solving, and implementation of plans and solutions; duties and tasks are performed on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic, and automated production equipment to meet all operational goals and objectives. **Job Duties:** + Maintenance and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and electronic components of automation equipment + Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance work on automation equipment in a manufacturing/production environment + Perform maintenance, set-up, and PM on automation equipment in Injection Molding department + Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment related processing issues + On-call as needed by department and able to be flexible with schedule as needed + Use standard and metric hand tools to complete tasks and duties + Troubleshoot maintenance problems that occur throughout the plant with a major emphasis on electrical problems, to include A.C.(Alternating Current) and D.C. (Direct Current) drives, PLC (programmable logic controllers) as well as basic motor control circuits. + Electrical duties: performing all major and minor electrical repairs including 480V 3-phase motor repairs/installation, motor starter circuit repairs, VFD drives, photo-optic sensing devices, proximity switches, e-stop circuitry, and group fault detection in accordance to the guidelines established by Pactiv’s “Electrical Safety Program”, read and interpret schematics and basic electrical symbol identification, understand electrical theory including basic OHMS-law application, AC/DC drives, PLC, basic motor control circuits + Mechanical duties: clean, lubricate, and adjust equipment when needed, examine mechanical equipment to diagnose and repair problems, disassemble, repair/replace, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment/devices including motors, conveyors, pumps, belts, chains, etc., read mechanical prints and technical data during installation and repair of equipment, read and interpret PI&D drawings + May assist with the training of other employees + Utilize mandatory safety equipment; executes duties in a safe and efficient manner; adhere to all safety rules and regulations + Assists maintenance and production staff as needed + Other duties may be assigned as needed **_Safety_** ** ** + Seek to understand and support a safety culture and workplace  + Remain aware of surroundings and obtain knowledge of all required PPE for the job  + Responsible for following all required safety procedures are for each task you do  + Keep work area clean and organized   + Report any safety concern, risk, hazard, near miss, or injury immediately to the appropriate supervision on shift  **_Quality_** ** ** + Follow all GMP guidelines required by the site and for each work station + Inspect all product passing through the workstation for any possible defects or product concerns + Report any concerns on quality of product immediately to appropriate supervision on shift  **Qualifications** **Summary** : must have 5+ years of directly related experience and a solid understanding of all related equipment, processes, and controls. You must have a strong manufacturing background with demonstrated in depth troubleshooting abilities as well as a high mechanical and electrical aptitude. **Hard Skills:** + 5+ years automation technician experience within plastics industry; experience within Injection Molding industry highly preferred + Strong technical skills including mechanical, electrical, and electronic/PLC programming in a manufacturing/production environment + HS Diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree in related field preferred + Must possess the ability to work in tight spaces and on ladders/platforms + Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical troubleshooting robotics/automation + Understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, gearboxes, belts/pulleys, chains, and sprockets + Full term of experience must include working knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, ability to read schematics (electrical, mechanical/piping), P&ID diagrams, and blueprints + Experience working with Whittman and Krauss Maffie equipment is preferred **Soft Skills:** + Strong problem solving skills with a solutions oriented mindset and innovative, creative, critical thinking + Strong work ethic with a high sense of urgency, leadership qualities, strong teamwork mentality, independent self-starter + Leadership skills, high integrity, good judgement, professional, ownership, safety + Strong interpersonal skills in customer service, oral communication, written communications + Teamwork, planning, organizing, quality, quantity + Adaptability and flexibility + Attendance, punctuality, dependability **Competencies:** + Electrical: AC/DC Electrical competency; up to 480 volt AC and 90 volt DC. Experience with motors and drives; both AC and DC.. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics. Experience with all types of switches and sensors, including high speed counters. Ability to read wiring diagrams, use multimeters, need manual skills as well as programs, logics, editing/troubleshooting program and motor controls, 3 phase circuits + Electronic: PLC Experience with Allen Bradley and GE-Fanuc PLCs, AC and DC I/O cards, high speed counter cards, stepper motor control cards and operator interface controls (Horner, TCP and Allen Bradley). Knowledge of ladder logic, program sequencing, and PC diagnostic tools. Ability to troubleshoot PLC and control interface problems, including program downloads + Mechanical: Experience with power transmission systems including gear reducers, roller chain systems, and conveyors. Experience with pneumatic systems including solenoid valves and motion controls + Computers: Understanding of the operation of a Personal Computer and peripheral equipment. Experience with Microsoft Office Software (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access) or equivalent. Integrated Operation System (ERP). **Pactiv Evergreen** is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com . _Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual, who because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company’s application process should contact_ _hrcompliance@novolex.com_ _._ Novolex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. * THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws. Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies. **Job Locations** _US-IL-Bedford Park_ **ID** _2025-28072_ **Category** _Operations_ **Position Type** _Full Time_ **Pay Type** _Hourly_