Flextronics - The Flex Company
Industrial Controls Technician
Flextronics - The Flex Company, Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States, 60089
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WD212618Job Posting Start Date 12-15-2025 Job Posting End Date 01-26-2026Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.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.## Job SummaryTo support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an **Industrial Controls Technician** located in **Buffalo Grove, IL.**Reporting to the **Systems Engineering Manager,** the **Industrial Controls Technician** leads troubleshooting and repair electrical, controls and communication issues on complex production lines which include PLC, HMI, motion control, VFDs, servo motors/drives, industrial networks and vision inspection systems.**Shift: 6am – 6pm (rotating shift)****What a typical day looks like:*** Support Automation Technicians in troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components to return equipment to production.* Set up and troubleshooting of motion control systems, Servo motors/drives and VFDs.* Troubleshoot, maintain, and update in-line vision systems such as Cognex.* Plan, implement PLC and HMI software upgrades and perform functional verifications.* Read and interpret technical manuals, electrical schematics, various programs and mechanical diagrams including complex automated system drawings.* Write test procedures to demonstrate effectiveness of software/hardware upgrades.* Clearly and concisely document work performed in Medical Device environment.**Other duties & responsibilities:*** Maintain software, documentation and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications.* Identify critical devices on new equipment and assure we have all manuals, cables, software, firmware and knowledge necessary to troubleshoot, repair or replace those devices.* Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems.* Assist engineers in developing and designing hardware and software required for automation solutions per specifications.* Train other technicians and operators on processes and equipment.* Proper use of power tools and measuring equipment* Strong awareness of safety/electrical safety.**The experience we’re looking to add to our team:*** Requires a minimum of 6 years of experience troubleshooting PLCs', HMI's, motion control, VFDs, Servo motors/drives, industrial networks and vision inspection systems.* Associates degree, Military technical training or vocational training in Industrial Controls Technology.* Medical device experience or other regulated industry is preferred.* Software experience with: RSLOGIX, Logics Designer, Factory Talk, Ignition, Cognex, Insight, Siemens S7.**AW20****What you'll receive for the great work you provide:*** Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans* Life Insurance* Short-term and Long-term Disability* Matching 401(k) Contributions* Vacation and Paid Sick Time* Tuition ReimbursementPay Range (Applicable to Illinois)### ### $33.08 USD - $45.49 USD Hourly## ## Job CategoryProduction EngineeringRelocation:Not eligible## NoFlex 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr
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WD212618Job Posting Start Date 12-15-2025 Job Posting End Date 01-26-2026Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.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.## Job SummaryTo support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an **Industrial Controls Technician** located in **Buffalo Grove, IL.**Reporting to the **Systems Engineering Manager,** the **Industrial Controls Technician** leads troubleshooting and repair electrical, controls and communication issues on complex production lines which include PLC, HMI, motion control, VFDs, servo motors/drives, industrial networks and vision inspection systems.**Shift: 6am – 6pm (rotating shift)****What a typical day looks like:*** Support Automation Technicians in troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components to return equipment to production.* Set up and troubleshooting of motion control systems, Servo motors/drives and VFDs.* Troubleshoot, maintain, and update in-line vision systems such as Cognex.* Plan, implement PLC and HMI software upgrades and perform functional verifications.* Read and interpret technical manuals, electrical schematics, various programs and mechanical diagrams including complex automated system drawings.* Write test procedures to demonstrate effectiveness of software/hardware upgrades.* Clearly and concisely document work performed in Medical Device environment.**Other duties & responsibilities:*** Maintain software, documentation and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications.* Identify critical devices on new equipment and assure we have all manuals, cables, software, firmware and knowledge necessary to troubleshoot, repair or replace those devices.* Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems.* Assist engineers in developing and designing hardware and software required for automation solutions per specifications.* Train other technicians and operators on processes and equipment.* Proper use of power tools and measuring equipment* Strong awareness of safety/electrical safety.**The experience we’re looking to add to our team:*** Requires a minimum of 6 years of experience troubleshooting PLCs', HMI's, motion control, VFDs, Servo motors/drives, industrial networks and vision inspection systems.* Associates degree, Military technical training or vocational training in Industrial Controls Technology.* Medical device experience or other regulated industry is preferred.* Software experience with: RSLOGIX, Logics Designer, Factory Talk, Ignition, Cognex, Insight, Siemens S7.**AW20****What you'll receive for the great work you provide:*** Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans* Life Insurance* Short-term and Long-term Disability* Matching 401(k) Contributions* Vacation and Paid Sick Time* Tuition ReimbursementPay Range (Applicable to Illinois)### ### $33.08 USD - $45.49 USD Hourly## ## Job CategoryProduction EngineeringRelocation:Not eligible## NoFlex 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr