The Plant Automation Maintenance Technician / Sr. Plant Automation Maintenance Technician available on 2nd shift; (3:00 - 11:15pm) OR 3rd shift,(11:00pm - 7:15am)repairs, maintains, and assists manufacturing & packaging operations to ensure automated packaging line and large-scale manufacturing equipment is maintained. This position is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging equipment/machinery. Follows all required safety practices and completes required documentation to ensure compliance to cGMP's.

Sign-on Bonus:

$5,000 (less taxes). $2,500 paid on the first paycheck. $2,500 paid after the successful completion of 6 months post hire and performance dependent.

Essential Job Duties:

• Effectively troubleshoots and resolves automated machinery/mechanical equipment issues utilizing a systematic logical approach until the root cause is identified.

• Completes work orders and preventative maintenance tasks using fundamental, mechanical applied knowledge and experience.

• Ensures self and others compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices, safety standards, corporate policies, and procedures.

• Fabricates / repairs failed components as needed.

• Programming of electronic devices including: VFD's, PLC's, and other various controllers.

• Designs / fabricates complex machinery to facilitate operations as needed.

• Effective and efficient decision making and prioritization skills.

• Identifies inefficiencies and improvements and offers effective solutions.

• Maintains adequate critical spare parts inventory for assigned functional areas.

• Assists with the procurement of parts /quotes for budgeted items.

• Coordinates and leads the installations of new equipment, modifications, and enhancements.

• Supports the engineering department with various projects and initiatives.

• Works with outside contractors/vendors, as needed.

• Maintain and repair HVAC and supporting utility equipment.

Candidates will be considered for a position that best meets their experience and skill sets:

Plant Automation Maintenance Technician - (Mid-level)

Vocational degree in automated machinery systems or equivalent from a two-year college and 2 years' minimum work experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment; OR high school diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years' minimum work experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.Experience working in pharmaceutical, biotech, food manufacturing, cosmetics, or electronics preferred. Understanding of electronics, PLC programming,electrical controls, pneumatics, fluid power encoders /resolvers, stepper motors, servo drives, VFD's, control loops, thermocouples, and safety systems. Experience working in a GMP environment, preferred.

Sr. Plant Automation Maintenance Technician (Senior-level)

Vocational degree in automated machinery systems or equivalent from a two-year college and 4 years' minimum work experience in amanufacturing/industrialenvironment; OR high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years' minimum work experience in amanufacturing/industrialenvironment. Preferred work experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, food manufacturing or electronics. Advanced understanding/skills working with: electronics, PLC programming, electrical controls, pneumatics, fluid power encoders /resolvers, stepper motors, servo drives, VFD's, control loops, thermocouples, and safety systems. Experience working in a GMP environment, strongly preferred.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Understanding of computer operating systems and file management. SAP knowledge desired. Strives to ensure a safe workplace by leading others to demonstrate compliance with the required PPE use; including footwear, hearing protection, eye protection, respirator protection, and electrical PPE and keeps the workplace clean and safe. Travel: Occasional driving. Limited air travel may be required.

Boiler's license required (or willingness to obtain within first 6 months of employment).

Physical Requirements:

Standing (Moving About): 67 - 100% (Constant). Use of computer keyboard / mouse: 67 - 100% (Constant). Twisting / Turning at the waist: 67 - 100% (Constant). Bending at the waist: 67 - 100% (Constant). Repetitive Hand / Wrist Work: 1 - 33% (Occasional). Reaching straight out or below shoulders: 1 - 33% (Occasional). Squatting / Kneeling: 1 - 33% (Occasional). Listening: 1 - 33% (Occasional). Speaking: 1 - 33% (Occasional). Lift / Carry - Waist or Lower (50 to 75 lbs.): 34 - 66% (Frequent).

Mental and Motor Requirements:

Problem Solving: 67 - 100% (Constant). Advanced math calculations: 67 - 100% (Constant). Reading / Comprehension: 67 - 100% (Constant). Writing / Composition: 67 - 100% (Constant). Verbal communication: 67 - 100% (Constant). Independent decision making: 67 - 100% (Constant).

Environmental Requirements

Exposure to Electrical Hazards: 1 - 33% (Occasional). Exposure to Loud Noises: 67 - 100% (Constant). Exposure to active pharmaceutical ingredient: 34 - 66% (Frequent). Exposure to automated machinery: 67 - 100% (Constant). Exposure to chemicals: 34 - 66% (Frequent). Exposure to dust: 1 - 33% (Occasional). Exposure to fumes / odors: 1 - 33% (Occasional). Exposure to pressurized equipment: 67 - 100% (Constant). Required to wear safety glasses and other PPE: 67 - 100% (Constant). Teamwork: 67 - 100% (Constant). Works in Manufacturing Environment: 67 - 100% (Constant). Steel toed / safety shoes required.