Sr. Automation Technician

Accentuate Staffing is assisting a global pharmaceutical manufacturer who is looking for an Automation Technician to join their team and help expand their state-of-the-art production operations. This is a direct hire opportunity working 1st shift, 12 hour shifts.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with process control and automation systems
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on control system equipment
• Assist with the installation, startup, and testing of new automation hardware
• Support system upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives
• Help maintain spare parts inventory for automation and control equipment
• Partner with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime
• Work with vendors and contractors to implement equipment improvements
• Follow GMP, safety, and quality standards in all maintenance activities
• Document maintenance activities and support change control processes
• Participate in training and continue developing technical knowledge of plant control systems

Requirements:

• Associate degree in Electronics, Engineering, Computer Technology, or a related technical field with 8+ years of industrial automation or process controls experience, or a high school diploma/GED with 12+ years of related experience
• Hands-on experience supporting and maintaining automated manufacturing or process control systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills with automation hardware, control systems, and PLC programming
• Experience with one or more of the following technologies: PLCs; HMI, DCS, or SCADA systems; DeltaV
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, MES systems, PAS-X a plus
• Willingness to work overtime or adjusted schedules when needed
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, beverage, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus annual bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities
• Paid parental and family leave
• Opportunity to work on innovative manufacturing projects that help improve patients’ lives worldwide