Automation Technician Lead

Automation Technician Lead

Location: Tempe, AZ

Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing

Position Overview

IntePros is seeking an experienced Automation Technician Lead to join a leading medical device manufacturing client in Tempe, AZ. This position will provide hands-on technical leadership and support for automated manufacturing equipment, ensuring equipment reliability, production efficiency, product quality, and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial automation, electromechanical troubleshooting, and manufacturing equipment maintenance, along with experience guiding technicians and coordinating technical activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and provide technical guidance to a team of technicians, supporting daily production and equipment maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automated manufacturing equipment, including electromechanical systems, PLCs, pneumatics, servos, sensors, and related components.
• Coordinate and prioritize technical support activities to minimize downtime, improve equipment reliability, and maintain production efficiency.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, and Quality teams to resolve equipment issues and implement process improvements.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective and preventive actions (RCCA/CAPA) to address recurring equipment and process issues.
• Assist with equipment installations, start-ups, qualifications, changeovers, and process optimization initiatives.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including work instructions, equipment procedures, setup sheets, and maintenance records.
• Train and coach technicians on equipment operation, troubleshooting techniques, electrical schematics, PLCs, and automation technologies.
• Analyze equipment performance and process data to identify trends, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors, contractors, and internal teams to resolve technical issues and support equipment servicing.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, equipment reliability, and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, quality standards, SOPs, and manufacturing procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Automation, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of hands-on technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting experience with automated manufacturing equipment and electromechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment, pneumatics, servos, sensors, and electrical/mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate technical priorities and collaborate effectively across engineering, maintenance, quality, and production teams.
• Understanding of manufacturing safety requirements, quality standards, and standard operating procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Lead Technician, Senior Technician, Team Lead, or in a similar technical leadership role.
• Previous experience in medical device manufacturing or another regulated manufacturing environment.
• Technical certifications in PLCs, industrial automation, electrical systems, or related disciplines.
• Experience supporting equipment qualifications, process improvements, and manufacturing change initiatives.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and equipment reliability improvements.