Automation Technician

Alcon; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Time Off

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automation Engineering Technician to ensure the timely completion of maintenance on automation systems. This role involves troubleshooting, documentation, and leading improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with a strong focus on collaboration and personal growth. Join a company that values diversity and offers robust benefits, including flexible time off and opportunities for professional development. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment dedicated to improving lives through innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in automation systems and equipment.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on automation systems.
• Lead equipment/process improvement projects and manage budgets.
• Document maintenance activities and collaborate with team members.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data Analysis

Preventive Maintenance

Project Management

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley)

OSI PI

Isometric and P&ID Drawings

Job description

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 (< $50k) project budgets.

• 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!

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