Automation Technician - Night Shift

Job Posting Start Date 01-27-2026 Job Posting End Date 03-31-2026<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><span>To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an </span><b><span>Automation Technician </span></b><span>located in </span><b><span>Buffalo Grove, IL.</span></b></p><p></p><p><span>Reporting to the </span><b><span>Production Support Engineering Manager,</span></b> <span>the </span><b><span>Automation Technician</span></b><span> role involves providing automation engineering services activities including high speed assembly equipment and manufacturing systems.</span></p><p></p><p>D Shift - 6pm -6am (rotating)</p><p></p><p><b><span>What a typical day looks like:</span></b></p><p></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></p><p><b>The experience we’re looking to add to our team:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Typically requires an Associate’s degree, military training, equivalent vocational training, or equivalent experience.</li><li>Typically requires 2 years of related experience</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b><span>What you’ll receive for the great work you provide: </span></b></p><p></p><ul><li><span>Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision</span></li><li><span>Life Insurance</span></li><li><span>Matching 401K</span></li><li><span>PTO</span></li><li><span>Tuition Reimbursement</span></li><li><span>Employee discounts at local retailers</span></li></ul><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>Relocation: Not eligible<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).