Automation Maintenance Technician

Bora Pharmaceuticals; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bora Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Automated Maintenance Technician to repair, maintain, and support Packaging Line and Manufacturing equipment. Under guidance from Lead Technicians and a Maintenance Supervisor, you will plan projects, complete compliant documentation, and partner with engineering and outside vendors to ensure optimal equipment availability.

Proficiency in electronics, PLCs, electrical controls, pneumatics, and related systems is required, with a strong focus on safety and cGMP

Qualifications

• Vocational degree or equivalent in automation/ electronics/ mechanical systems.
• 0-3 years related experience with two-year degree; or 5 years with high school diploma in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience with electronics, PLCs, electrical controls, pneumatics, and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and assist operations to keep packaging line and manufacturing equipment available.
• Troubleshoot advanced equipment issues and perform root-cause analyses with corrective actions.
• Install and coordinate new equipment modifications with vendors/contractors; support calibration and PMs.
• Develop and maintain documentation, guides, and calibration records.
• Provide direction and mentorship to Maintenance Technicians and work with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Electronics

PLC programming

Electrical controls

Pneumatics

Fluid power

Encoders/Resolvers

Stepper motors

Servo drives

VFDs

Control loops

Thermocouples

Safety systems

Education

Vocational degree in automated machinery systems

Two-year college emphasis in electronics/mechanics/technology

High school diploma with 5 years manufacturing experience

Tools

SAP

Batch files

Job description

With moderate direction from the Lead Technicians and Maintenance Supervisor, the Automated Maintenance Technician repairs, maintains and assists operations from all departments to ensure Packaging Line and Manufacturing equipment availability is maintained. Plans projects as directed by leadership. Completes required documentation to ensure compliance to cGMP's.

• Ensures self and others are in compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices, corporate policies, and procedures.
• Effectively troubleshoots and resolves difficult / advanced equipment issues utilizing a systematic logical approach until the root cause is identified and corrective and preventive actions are known.
• Fabricates / repairs failed components as needed.
• Intermediate-level programming of electronic devices including: VFD's, PLC's, and other various controllers.
• Assists with the setup and operation of equipment.
• Identifies inefficiencies and improvements and offers effective solutions.
• Maintains adequate critical spare parts inventory for assigned functional areas.
• Assists with the procurement of parts /quotes for budgeted items.
• Assists in the coordination of the installations of new equipment, modifications and enhancements.
• Supports the engineering department with various projects and initiatives.
• Works with outside contractors/vendors.
• Maintain and repair HVAC and supporting utility equipment.
• Performs / assists in the creation of calibrations, certifications and PM's for the equipment.
• Provides direction to Maintenance Technicians with complex issue resolution.
• Creates troubleshooting /rebuilding documentation guides.
• Provide support at meetings as directed.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Vocational degree in automated machinery systems Or Equivalent from a two year college with an emphasis in electronics, mechanics or technology and 0 - 3 years related experience Or High school diploma (or equivalent) and 5 years' experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, food manufacturer or electronics preferred).

Demonstrated experience working with electrical controls, electronics and fabrication skills In addition to the Maintenance Technician's general requirements, demonstrated proficiency and understanding/skills of: electronics, PLC programming, electrical controls, pneumatics, fluid power encoders /resolvers, stepper motors, servo drives, VFD's, control loops, thermocouples, safety systems.

Other Experience:

Decision making skills: Decisive and able to correctly make informed decisions.

Computer Literacy: Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel programs. Advanced understanding of computer operating systems, file management, batch files and SAP knowledge desired.

Safety / best practices: Demonstrates own and ensures others compliance with the required PPE use; including footwear, hearing protection, eye protection, respirator protection, and electrical PPE and keeps the workplace clean & safe.

Certifications/Licenses:

Special Engineer Boiler License (or be willing to obtain one in the first 6 months of the position)