Automation Technician II

Becton Dickinson NA; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters is seeking an Automation Technician for the 2nd shift in Mebane, NC. You will inspect, calibrate, and maintain automation systems, troubleshooting issues to minimise downtime and ensure smooth production operations.

You will support installation, qualification, and validation of new platforms, work with QA and engineering, and maintain meticulous documentation within a regulated quality system. A 3-year automation-focused background is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering technology, Automation, Electronics, or a related technical discipline required.
• A minimum of 3 years recent experience, supporting validated automation workflows is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration, and operational checks on automation systems.
• Troubleshoot automation and vision system hardware, software, mechanical and process-related issues to rapidly restore equipment and system functionality and minimize downtime.
• Execute equipment setup, installation, qualification, and validation activities in support of new automation platforms, process improvements, and system upgrades.
• Assist with investigation, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and resolution of automation-related deviations, equipment failures, and performance issues.
• Support automated manufacturing equipment.
• Perform basic automation software configuration, method execution support, system backups, and approved programming modifications under engineering guidance.
• Maintain equipment documentation, maintenance records, calibration records, validation documentation, and change control records in accordance with quality system requirements.
• Coordinate with quality assurance, engineering, and external vendors to support equipment maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor automation system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, throughput, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Adhere to all applicable safety, quality, regulatory, and data integrity requirements while working within a regulated environment.
• Participate in ongoing technical training and professional development activities.
• Be the technical support for mechanical, electrical, automation and vision system issues across the shift.
• Participate in evaluation, implementation, and commissioning of new automation platforms while supporting standardization of automation practices.

Skills

Automation experience

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Education

Associate's degree in engineering technology

Automation

Electronics

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters' innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters' passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide. We are the people who give possibilities purposeBD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world.

Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Shift Information: 2nd Shift 3pm-11pm

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration, and operational checks on automation systems and supporting instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot automation and vision system hardware, software, mechanical and process-related issues to rapidly restore equipment and system functionality and minimize operational downtime.
• Execute equipment setup, installation, qualification, and validation activities in support of new automation platforms, process improvements, and system upgrades.
• Assist with investigation, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and resolution of automation-related deviations, equipment failures, and performance issues.
• Support automated manufacturing equipment.
• Perform basic automation software configuration, method execution support, system backups, and approved programming modifications under engineering guidance.
• Maintain equipment documentation, maintenance records, calibration records, validation documentation, and change control records in accordance with quality system requirements.
• Coordinate with quality assurance, engineering, and external vendors to support equipment maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor automation system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, throughput, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Adhere to all applicable safety, quality, regulatory, and data integrity requirements while working within a regulated environment.
• Participate in ongoing technical training and professional development activities.
• Be the technical support for mechanical, electrical, automation and vision system issues across the shift.
• Participate in evaluation, implementation, and commissioning of new automation platforms while supporting standardization of automation practices.

Education and Experience:Associate's degree in engineering technology, Automation, Electronics, or a related technical discipline required. Suitable industrial experience acceptable in lieu of degree.A minimum of 3 years recent experience, supporting validated automation workflows is required.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers .

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required SkillsOptional Skills.Primary Work LocationUSA NC - MebaneAdditional LocationsWork ShiftUS BD 2nd shift 3pm - 11pm (United States of America)