Maintenance Technician - Automation (APU 4-C)

*THIS IS A 12 HOUR ROTATING SHIFT POSITION 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM for NIGHTS*

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

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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

POSITION 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 

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• 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 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

ADDITIONAL NOTES

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.