Manufacturing Test Technician

 TekPro Engineering is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Test Technician / Service Technician to join a growing, innovative engineering team specializing in high-speed custom automation equipment. This role focuses on final assembly, testing/debugging, field installation, and service of advanced automation machinery across industries like life sciences, personal care, and food and beverage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform final electrical and mechanical checks to ensure machinery meets specifications.

• Analyze part control, machine functions, and system operations.

• Support engineering and manufacturing teams by providing technical feedback on machinery upgrades and configurations.

• Test customer product samples to determine equipment compatibility and configuration.

• Conduct final quality control inspections and performance testing of machinery before shipment.

• Install, service, and support machinery at customer sites domestically and internationally (up to 25% travel).

• Assist customers during factory acceptance testing and final delivery.

• Work primarily at the South Elgin, IL facility, with some work at the Belvidere, IL location.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in machine building, testing, debugging, or service of automated machinery.

• Associate’s degree, technical certification, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Strong understanding of electrical systems (AC/DC fundamentals) and the ability to read electrical and pneumatic schematics.

• Proficient in interpreting detailed 3D mechanical drawings.

• Hands-on experience with basic machine shop equipment (drill press, mill, grinder).

• Familiarity with PLCs (ability to read ladder logic and perform basic editing is a plus).

• Skilled in the use of hand tools and precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges).

Salary:
$28 – $37 per hour, based on skills, experience, and education.

Benefits Include:

• Medical insurance

• Employer-paid dental and vision insurance

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage

• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance

• Voluntary life insurance options

• 401(k) plan with company contribution

• Pension plan

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

• Paid time off and 8 paid holidays

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness reimbursement