Automation Technician

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As an Automation Engineering Technician , you will be accountable to ensure compliant, accurate, and timely completion of corrective, emergency, and preventive maintenance on automation systems and equipment at our Fort Worth, Texas (North Manufacturing Facility). In this role, a typical day will include: Equipment / process control system troubleshooting and documentation of corrections and change control activities. Assist with the revision of Standard Operating Procedures and Preventive Maintenance plans. Locate and diagnose failures through in-depth data analysis and control system logic review. Perform troubleshooting using advanced electronic equipment, isometric and P&ID drawings, diagrams, historical data trending (OSI PI), programmable logic controllers (Allen Bradley), functional specifications, operating and component manuals, and verbal/written instructions. Complete preventive maintenance and corrective work orders for automation equipment to improve manufacturing’s operational efficiencies and quality standing. Maintain detailed maintenance documentation and correction logs. Complete maintenance documentation at the time of maintenance completion. Lead and execute equipment/process improvement projects, manage small dollar ( Assist completion of manufacturing nonconformance investigations and technical document writing and apply good engineering practices to reduce the risk of repeat. Estimate labor and equipment costs, prepare purchasing requisitions, and manage electrical contractors regularly. Collaborate and support coworkers to enhance overall capability of the organization. Transfer knowledge through peer-to-peer training. Drive for personal and professional growth for self and team. Function as a leader and member of a cross-functional team. Ability to be flexible in work assignments (i.e., tasks, hours, shift, days of week). Required Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent experience. The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English. 3 Years of Relevant Experience. Work hours: Third Shift; 40-hrs a week (10pm – 6:30am); Monday – Friday. Travel Requirements: 0 to 10%. Preferred Experience: Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Science background. How You Can Thrive at Alcon: Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and learnings as work evolves. See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities. Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career! Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates; PTO for hourly associates, and much more! ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. Find Jobs for Employees Find Jobs for Contingent Worker Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alcon