Automation Technician: PLC & Equipment Optimizer

RXinsider LTD.; Jersey Shore (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5S program training

Travel 10%

Overtime as needed

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to keep automated assembly lines running through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.

You’ll support shifts as directed by the shift leader and develop long-term maintenance plans for all equipment. Qualifications include 2+ years in plant automation, PLC troubleshooting, and at least a high school diploma; technical schooling or a certificate is favored.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade or vocational schooling preferred for automation.
• Certificate from technical school or college in automation or 3–5 years related OJT; PLC troubleshooting required.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency and scheduled repairs of automation equipment during production.
• Assist with installation, setup and validation of incoming automation equipment.
• Diagnose problems, replace parts, test and adjust equipment.
• Interface with PLC controls for troubleshooting and process optimization.
• Support process improvements with control engineers on special projects.

Education

High School Diploma

Trade or Vocational School

Technical certificate / 3-5 years OJT

Tools

PLC programming tools

Automation equipment

Job description

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to keep automated assembly lines running through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.

You’ll support shifts as directed by the shift leader and develop long-term maintenance plans for all equipment. Qualifications include 2+ years in plant automation, PLC troubleshooting, and at least a high school diploma; technical schooling or a certificate is favored.