Automation Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY

An Automation Maintenance Technician will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment such as PLCs, robot controllers, positioning systems, vision systems, automated devices, part feeders, and a variety of other equipment involved in medical device/pharma production, manage calibrations, and removal and installation of equipment. This person must be comfortable working in a clean room setting.  Take direct supervision from Facility Manager but work with multiple functions (Quality, Ops, Manufacturing, etc.) to complete work.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A qualified candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Troubleshoot production issues and repair/replace parts as needed.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on new, state of the art production equipment and Facility equipment.
• Maintain calibration schedules and communicate with vendors.
• Effectively communicate maintenance schedules with management.
• Accurately document issues and resolutions in the quality management system (QMS).
• Ensure all written documentation, including SOPs, protocols, and reports, is clear, accurate, and grammatically correct to meet regulatory and quality requirements.
• Communicate with 3rd party vendors or contractors.
• Assist on an as needed basis with building maintenance.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task on various projects at one time.
• Perform a variety of other tasks as requested.

EXPECTATIONS

• Work independently with minimal direct supervision. Self-motivated.
• Perform duties following Company quality and safety standards.
• Participate in team building, training, and department communications.
• Understand and follow all attendance related policies.
• Maintain a high level of personal and professional integrity.

• Perform additional job responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Below are the guidelines for education, knowledge, skill, and/or abilities needed to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals who are unable to meet the required qualifications.

• Associate degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering technology with a concentration in Robotics or other.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in a comparable industry/position.
• Demonstrates strong technical writing skills; proficient in drafting clear, concise, and grammatically correct SOPs and documentation in compliance with GMP standards.
• Previous experience working in a regulated environment.
• Basic understanding of root cause analysis techniques.
• Basic understanding of good manufacturing practices (GMP) per FDA guidelines.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs.
• Experience troubleshooting robotics/automation.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and work independently.