Automation Technician - ITW

Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified, Fortune 200 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking, and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries. Ranked among Fortune’s Magazine’s most admired companies, the company focuses on solid growth, improving profitability and strong returns across its worldwide platforms and divisions. These divisions serve customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. ITW’s revenues totaled $16.1 billion in 2023.

ITW Medical is comprised of two highly-respected medical product brands - Coeur & Filtertek – supplying medical devices, components, and service to global medical device brands.   Filtertek manufactures molded filtration and flow control components. Coeur is a leading provider of disposable diagnostic imaging consumables. 

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

This position reports to the Maintenance Manager at the Washington, NC site and is responsible for OEE optimization on respective shift. This position will also participate in implementation and troubleshooting of projects and equipment associated with the automation of manufacturing processes.  This individual will champion the use of the ITW Toolbox in implementation of these projects and ensure compliance with Quality System standards.  In addition, this position will support the on-going operations of existing equipment utilizing strong troubleshooting skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBIITIES:

• Understand & maintain Machine Network Layouts and Designs, specifically Ethernet.
• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI and robot software.
• Setup automation for presses or assembly machines, wiring and interfacing.
• Setup and debug new automation as needed.  Make samples for new items/customers.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair various assembly, automation and mold equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and fill out relevant paperwork. Cross train with molding technicians for mold machine maintenance.
• Check and adjust parameters during changeovers and note changes for update.
• Clean automation equipment and areas.
• Replace worn equipment.  Design and fabricate small fixtures for equipment.
• Look for methods of improving efficiency and ensure quality standards, as an individual and part of a team.
• Assist QA with finding and implementing corrective actions from customer rejections.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts and write order requests for replenishment.
• Communicate with other shifts, operators, and technicians to give and receive updates on equipment status.
• Support production with an on call status, authorized for a rotating scheduled overtime on weekends.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 13485 and Safety Policies/Standards.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Technical school degree with 5+ years of related controls & automation experience.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to drive needed change.
• Must possess comprehension and reasoning skills used to understand and collect data, interpret technical instructions, and draw valid conclusions.
• Independently tests, analyzes and solves technical problems
• Experience in Injection Molding, Automation and high-volume manufacturing preferred.

ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching. Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) is awarded at no cost after one year.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.