Lead Electrical Controls Engineering Technician - Oral Care (Grand Rapids, MI, US, 49512)

Biopharma Careers; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Perrigo in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an Engineering Technician with Electrical Controls to join the 1st shift. You will troubleshoot, service, and repair automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, and robotic work cells, mentoring junior technicians and implementing equipment changes.

The role emphasizes developing the Electrical Apprenticeship program, verifying system changes, and ensuring GMP and safety standards are met across the site.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of maintenance or engineering experience in industrial equipment.
• Electrical journeyman certification or equivalent licensing.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and automated controls is required.
• Ability to read electrical/mechanical drawings and docs.
• Familiarity with safety, GMP and regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, service, and repair automation and robotic systems.
• Develop, install, and validate equipment changes and new equipment.
• Mentor technicians and support on-the-job training.
• Create and update prints, schematics, and PLC programs.
• Support GMP compliance and safety audits; drive productivity improvements.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Electrical/Mechanical knowledge

Microsoft Word and Excel

Mentoring/Training

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

DOL Electrical Journeyman Certificate

MI Licensed Journeyman/Master Electrician

Tools

Beckhoff Automation PLC

HMI

Fanuc robotics

Cognex/Keyence vision systems

AutoCAD

Job description

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All . We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone , we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

We are looking for an Engineering Technician with Electrical Controls experience to join our 1st shift team here at our Oral Care Plant located in Grand Rapids, MI!

The purpose of the Engineering Technician is to troubleshoot, service and repair automation systems, computerized systems, and robotic work cells. These devices and systems include automated controls, robotic assembly devices and computer-controlled systems across the site. This position provides mentoring and technical direction to technicians responsible for industrial machine repair and equipment within the facilities. This Engineering Technician is also required to develop, design, implement and validate equipment changes / modifications and/or installation of new equipment. Lastly, this technician will be responsible for the development of the Electrical Apprenticeship program by training applicable associates as well as making recommendations to improve On-the-Job Training.

Scope of the Role

• Perform routine and emergency diagnostic checks, monitoring, and repairs on automated systems. If a problem occurs, the technician will troubleshoot the issue and determine whether the problem is mechanical, electrical, or from the computer systems controlling the process. Once the issue has been diagnosed, the technician shall repair or replace any necessary components, such as a sensor or electrical wiring.
• Troubleshoot, service, and repair the computerized systems and robotic devices that are designed to reduce human interaction.
• Troubleshoot control systems such as PLC programs, motor VFD's and other electronic components.
• Troubleshoot, Modify, and Maintain a variety of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
• Assist on shift and off shift as needed with controls program logic and automation.
• Knowledgeable of all different electrical power profiles and be able to troubleshoot effectively.
• Create, organize, and maintain documentation related to aforementioned items, including creating and updating prints, schematics, and PLC programs.
• Provide instructions and guidance to ensure that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety standards are adhered to.
• Ensure daily housekeeping and safety activity compliance.
• Develop, train, and support the electrical apprenticeship program.
• Works with engineers on capital projects and related activities including equipment installation, qualifications, and risk assessments.
• Assists in developing PM’s and complete safety/quality audits as required.
• Continuously looks for and helps to implement improvements to improve productivity, quality, and reduce costs.
• Performs normal machine repair as required.
• Provide mentoring and technical direction to maintenance and operations team.
• Strives to meet or exceed company performance objectives.
• Support effective implementation of all GMP requirements and understand how it affect products/processes supported and/or owned.

Experience Required

• High School Degree or equivalent
• 5-8 years’ experience in a maintenance or engineering role servicing industrial equipment
• DOL Electrical Journeyman Certificate, MI Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician
• PLC programming and troubleshooting of programs
• Electrical and PLC documentation reading and writing.
• Safe working knowledge related to electrical and mechanical activities
• Computer Applications knowledge for Microsoft Word and Excel applications
• Training in electrical, electronics and programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, and motion control.
• Beckhoff Automation PLC and HMI experience
• Robotics working knowledge (i.e. Fanuc)
• Demonstrated experience in vision inspection systems (Cognex, Keyence, etc.)
• AutoCAD software experience.
• Knowledge of FDA Rules and Regulations

Benefits

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024".

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law.