2nd Shift Pharmacy Automation Specialist

SpecialtyRx

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid training and professional develop

Job summary

SpecialtyRx is seeking a Junior Automation Specialist - 2nd Shift to support daily operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of pharmacy automation systems. You will work hands-on with Omnicell, DOSIS, TSort, packaging equipment, and other automation technologies, serving as the primary automation resource during second shift.

You will train technicians, monitor equipment, assist with installations, and coordinate with the Central Automation Team to improve reliability and

Qualifications

Pharmacy technician registration/licensure as required by the applicable state.
Pharmacy technician experience required; Long-Term Care pharmacy experience preferred.
Experience with pharmacy automation equipment preferred.
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
Comfortable working with tools, mechanical components, cassettes, and automated dispensing equipment.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to train employees and explain technical processes clearly.
Ability to work independently during second shift while recognizing when escalation is necessary.
Basic computer skills and ability to learn automation software, reporting systems, and equipment interfaces.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on support for Omnicell, DOSIS, TSort, packaging systems, and other pharmacy automation equipment.
Monitor equipment throughout the shift and respond to errors, jams, failures, and workflow interruptions.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and upgrade complex problems to the appropriate internal team, vendor, or pharmacy leadership.
Follow established escalation procedures to minimize downtime and production disruption.
Assist with setup, testing, installation, and implementation of new automation equipment and technology.
Monitor equipment performance and identify recurring issues or opportunities for improvement.
Perform cassette maintenance, including inspection, repair, component replacement, configuration, labeling, and organization.
Build and configure new medication cassettes and assist with testing and validation before production use.
Complete preventive maintenance and cleaning according to established schedules.
Maintain appropriate documentation, tools, spare parts, and technical supplies.
Identify equipment showing signs of wear or declining performance and coordinate higher-level repairs or vendor service when needed.
Train newly hired pharmacy technicians on automation equipment, loading procedures, basic troubleshooting, safety, and equipment care.
Provide ongoing technical support and training when equipment, processes, or procedures change.
Reinforce standardized automation practices and discourage unauthorized workarounds or modifications.
Collaborate with pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, floor leadership, vendors, and the Central Automation Team to support efficient pharmacy operations.