Maintenance Technician - Automation (APU 1-D)

*THIS IS A 12 HOUR ROTATING DAY SHIFT POSITION- 6PM - 6AM*

Position Purpose: The Maintenance Technician - Automation is responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairs on various types of assembly, subassembly, printing, and/or packaging machines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

- Works in a clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions; Read, use, and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools; Perform all required necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment; Check and maintain quality of product being produced by identifying acceptable and non-acceptable product in accordance with Quality policies and procedures; Actively participate on teams and offer suggestions for improvement; Answer machine alarms as they occur and identify and address the root cause.; Follow all 5S guidelines; Perform and document inspections per cGMP for work instruction sheet, on device history sheet records, and work instruction sheet tables; Follow all Lock Out/Tag Out rules; Diagnose and troubleshoot any pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical malfunction on a variety of machines; Adjusts assembly machine units for major/minor lot production operations following department specification; Repair and maintain electrical controls on equipment (assembly and packaging machines), including servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines and devices primarily on the basis of electronic principles; Assist with uploading programs to controls in the events of program loss or CPU replacement; Repair robot arms and controls, including replacing bad boards, motors, encoders, etc.; Conduct TPM activities as required; Input Maintenance work orders into the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (SAP); Monitor processes, show an awareness of issues and demonstrate corrective actions to address those issues; Perform weekly, monthly, and as required preventive maintenance (PM); Perform root cause analysis for safety, quality, and processing issues; Suggest ways to improve the efficiency and safety of our work and environment; Comply with all company policies; Troubleshoots and locates the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment.; Brainstorms with other maintenance personnel, and outside technical support as needed.; Restores damaged or malfunctioning equipment to operation by repairing, replacing and or adjusting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.; Controls down time by scheduling repairs with the Maintenance Leader; Maintains good communications with Maintenance Leader; Maintains ongoing list of CMMS work orders with timeline to be addressed and completed.; Assists other maintenance personnel as needed,; Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.; Ensures the work is completed with technical excellence, and in an efficient and cost-effective fashion.; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Must have 3 or more years of experience in a technical, hands-on position; Experience with complex assembly automation required; Experience in electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics; Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting; Ability to regularly lift up to 40lbs with repetitive movements; Ability to push and pull items and climb up and down ladders; Ability to stand and/or walk up to constantly during the shift

Nice to have

Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications required and SAP experience preferred; Ability to work independently from verbal and/or written instructions required; Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts; Must be mechanically inclined and can use basic hand tools; Must have strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity