Automation Technician (Floating shifts)-4

Job Posting Start Date 01-28-2026 Job Posting End Date<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2>Job Summary</h2><p>To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an <b>Automation Technician </b>located in <b>Buffalo Grove, IL.</b></p><p></p><p>Reporting to the <b>Production Support Engineer,</b> the <b>Automation Technician </b>role involves providing automation engineering services activities including high-speed assembly equipment and manufacturing systems.</p><p></p><p><b>Shift time - 0700am-0430pm</b></p><p><b>What a typical day looks like:</b></p><ul><li>Perform scheduled preventive maintenance actions on all subsystems and related components</li><li>Ensure preventative maintenance of robotic and process support equipment are completed on a regularly scheduled basis.</li><li>Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems.</li><li>Records procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or method.</li><li>Maintains software, documentation, and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications.  </li><li>Proper use of power tools and measuring equipment</li><li>Strong awareness of safety</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The experience we’re looking to add to our team:</b></p><ul><li>Typically requires an Associate’s degree, military training, equivalent vocational training, or equivalent experience.</li><li>Typically requires 2&#43; years of related experience</li><li>Prior experience in an equipment maintenance position</li><li>Knowledge of pneumatic systems</li></ul><p></p><p><b>AW20</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>What you&#39;ll receive for the great work you provide:</b></p><ul><li>Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Short-term and Long-term Disability</li><li>Matching 401(k) Contributions</li><li>Vacation and Paid Sick Time</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Pay Range (Applicable to Illinois)<h3></h3><h3></h3>$25.07 USD - $33.84 USD Hourly<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2></h2><h2>Job Category</h2>Production Engineering<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2></h2><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Is Sponsorship Available?</p>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).