Automation Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Yoh Life Sciences  is hiring for Automation Engineering Technicians  in  Longmont, CO. You will be responsible for day-to-day operation of all automation equipment in manufacturing. An Engineering Technician’s primary responsibility is to ensure all automation equipment used in production is both maintained and calibrated. This person is responsible for monitoring equipment to understand equipment issues as they relate to overall equipment efficiency and product quality for improvement. Additionally, an engineering technician is in the unique position to step in and support production directly if needed.

Title: Automation Engineering Tech
Duration: contract to permanent 
Shift:  M-F 8-4:30, flexibility to work 4 10's (Mon-Thur, or Tues. - Fri.)
Pay: $30/hr-$36/hr DOE 

Responsibilities:   
•Set up and breakdown automated equipment.
•Perform calibration and preventative maintenance on all automated equipment.
•Directly support production on automated equipment. This may require directing of production staff on equipment requiring multiple associates to operate.
•Create necessary documentation for all work performed and communicate as required.
•Maintenance of spare parts inventory for automated equipment.
•Ensure work is performed in a compliant manner and consistent with business policies and regulatory requirements.
•Develop and trouble-shoot mechanical assembly processes.
•Support microarray/fluid printing processes.
•Provide documentation of assembly and testing methods.
•Monitoring of equipment for continuous improvement. Ex. Observing pellet insertion stations during operation to understand failure mode of pellet insertion.
•Participates in cross-training and cross-functional activities in the manufacturing area.
•Work with engineering team to develop and implement equipment modifications.
•Create, review and follow Workflow, Work Instruction (WI), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) documents within the operations area.
•Follow all safety rules and protocols.
•Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience :
•Associates degree or higher in technical field (science, engineering), a certification in Maintenance or Mechanical Processing from an accredited Technical institute, or four years’ experience in manufacturing/production environment (medical, device, pharmaceuticals, regulated food, pilot plant or similar type industry).
•Experience in a regulated environment (FDA, ISO, etc.) preferred.
•Experience in the medical device field, specifically invitro diagnostics, preferred.

Qualifications:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical staff to ensure understanding.
•Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate in problem solving.
•Software use and knowledge: Windows, MS Office products, SolidWorks (or similar).
•Self-starter and self-directed individual, focused on tasks at hand; ability to organize, prioritize, and execute tasks to efficiently move projects forward.
•Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; Ability to deal and resolve problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
•Highly organized and able to balance multiple demands and priorities.
•Excellent electro-mechanical troubleshooting skills.
•Knowledge of NetSuite, Grand Avenue, or other automated ERP systems, preferred.

Estimated Min Rate : $25.20
Estimated Max Rate : $36.00

What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

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Company Description

Yoh delivers expertise, methodology, and momentum to keep work moving forward. From strategy to execution, we deliver bold ideas and big results through consulting, staffing, and enterprise solutions. Nearly a century after our founding, Yoh remains STEM-centered, collaborative, and committed to client success. Yoh is a proud member of the Day & Zimmermann family of companies. Visit us at

Company Description

Yoh delivers expertise, methodology, and momentum to keep work moving forward. From strategy to execution, we deliver bold ideas and big results through consulting, staffing, and enterprise solutions. Nearly a century after our founding, Yoh remains STEM-centered, collaborative, and committed to client success. Yoh is a proud member of the Day & Zimmermann family of companies. Visit us at