Associate Automation Technician

Brooksource; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooksource is seeking an Associate Automation Technician to support automated manufacturing operations. Based in Concord, NC, the role offers hands-on opportunities in a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, with a clear path to advanced automation roles.

The position involves operating automated equipment, assisting with line setups and changeovers, basic troubleshooting, and maintaining GMP-compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma or military training, or equivalent hands-on experience in mechatronics, electronics, or manufacturing tech.
• Able to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automated systems.
• Willing to work day or night shifts, including a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with GMP and regulated environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation and monitoring of automated manufacturing equipment.
• Support production line setup, equipment changeovers, and batch execution activities.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems.
• Escalate complex equipment issues to senior technicians or engineering teams.
• Monitor equipment performance and report abnormalities or downtime events.
• Support preventive maintenance and routine equipment inspections.
• Maintain accurate documentation of production and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Adhere to GMP and SOPs.
• Participate in process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to support daily operations.

Skills

Mechatronics

Electronics

Mechanical Tech

Manufacturing Tech

Electrical Systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Production Environment

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma

Military training

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

HMIs

Sensors

Robotics

Job description

Job Title: Associate Automation Technician (Parenteral Manufacturing Support)

Location: Concord, NC

Compensation: $25-32/hr

Overview

We are seeking an Associate Automation Technician to support automated manufacturing operations in a highly regulated production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates, military veterans, technical school graduates, or individuals with hands‑on manufacturing experience looking to launch a career in industrial automation and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

The Associate Automation Technician will work alongside experienced technicians, engineers, and maintenance personnel to support production equipment, troubleshoot basic automation issues, and ensure manufacturing operations run safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation and monitoring of automated manufacturing equipment


• Support production line setup, equipment changeovers, and batch execution activities


• Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems


• Escalate complex equipment issues to senior technicians or engineering teams


• Monitor equipment performance and report abnormalities or downtime events


• Support preventive maintenance and routine equipment inspections


• Maintain accurate documentation of production and maintenance activities


• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures


• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and standard operating procedures


• Participate in process improvement and operational excellence initiatives


• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to support daily operations

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, military training, or equivalent hands‑on experience in one of the following:


• Mechatronics


• Electronics Technology


• Mechanical Technology


• Manufacturing Technology


• Electrical Systems


• Basic understanding of manufacturing equipment, mechanical systems, or automation controls


• Ability to troubleshoot equipment using logical problem-solving techniques


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Comfortable working in a production environment and following established procedures


• Ability to work day or night shifts, including a rotating 2-2-3 schedule


• Proficiency with basic computer applications and electronic documentation systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, military, or manufacturing experience


• Familiarity with Network troubleshooting and fundamentals


• Exposure to PLCs, HMIs, sensors, robotics, conveyors, vision systems, or automated equipment


• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, food & beverage, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing environments


• Familiarity with Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar automation platforms


• Understanding of GMP, quality, or compliance‑driven operations

What You'll Learn

• Automated manufacturing operations


• PLC and HMI fundamentals


• Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes


• GMP and regulatory compliance requirements


• Continuous improvement and operational excellence methodologies


• Equipment reliability and preventive maintenance practices

This role provides a defined pathway into positions such as:

• Maintenance Technician


• Automation Specialist


• Manufacturing Engineer

Candidates with a strong mechanical aptitude, technical curiosity, and desire to learn automation technologies are encouraged to apply.

Brooksource Engineering Services partners with leading manufacturing organizations to deliver engineering, maintenance, operational readiness, and technical talent solutions. Our consultants support critical production operations, reliability initiatives, process improvements, and equipment lifecycle activities across highly regulated industries.

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.