Maintenance Technician - Automation (APU 1-A)

NEMERA; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemera is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Automation for a 12-hour rotating day shift (6 AM – 6 PM). You will monitor, troubleshoot, and repair assembly, subassembly, printing, and packaging machines in a clean manufacturing environment.

Key tasks include preventive maintenance, root cause analysis, and equipment optimization to ensure quality and efficiency. The role requires a high school diploma and 3+ years in a technical position, with experience in complex automation, PLCs, electrical

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a technical hands-on role.
• Experience with complex assembly automation is required.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and safe work area and report unsafe conditions.
• Read, interpret measuring devices and inspection tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Follow 5S guidelines and cGMP documentation.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC programming

Electrical

Hydraulics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

With sales of €700m and 3,300 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in France (Lyon).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

With sales of €700m and 3,300 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in France (Lyon).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

Job Description

THIS IS A 12 HOUR ROTATING DAY SHIFT POSITION- 6AM - 6PM

Position Purpose: The Maintenance Technician - Automation is responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairs on various types of assembly, subassembly, printing, and/or packaging machines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions
• Read, use, and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools
• Perform all required necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment
• Check and maintain quality of product being produced by identifying acceptable and non-acceptable product in accordance with Quality policies and procedures
• Actively participate on teams and offer suggestions for improvement
• Answer machine alarms as they occur and identify and address the root cause.
• Follow all 5S guidelines
• Perform and document inspections per cGMP for work instruction sheet, on device history sheet records, and work instruction sheet tables
• Follow all Lock Out/Tag Out rules
• Diagnose and troubleshoot any pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical malfunction on a variety of machines
• Adjusts assembly machine units for major/minor lot production operations following department specification
• Repair and maintain electrical controls on equipment (assembly and packaging machines), including servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines and devices primarily on the basis of electronic principles
• Assist with uploading programs to controls in the events of program loss or CPU replacement
• Repair robot arms and controls, including replacing bad boards, motors, encoders, etc.
• Conduct TPM activities as required
• Input Maintenance work orders into the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (SAP)
• Monitor processes, show an awareness of issues and demonstrate corrective actions to address those issues
• Perform weekly, monthly, and as required preventive maintenance (PM)
• Perform root cause analysis for safety, quality, and processing issues
• Suggest ways to improve the efficiency and safety of our work and environment
• Comply with all company policies
• Troubleshoots and locates the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment.
• Brainstorms with other maintenance personnel, and outside technical support as needed.
• Restores damaged or malfunctioning equipment to operation by repairing, replacing and or adjusting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Controls down time by scheduling repairs with the Maintenance Leader
• Maintains good communications with Maintenance Leader
• Maintains ongoing list of CMMS work orders with timeline to be addressed and completed.
• Assists other maintenance personnel as needed,
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Ensures the work is completed with technical excellence, and in an efficient and cost-effective fashion.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must have 3 or more years of experience in a technical, hands-on position
• Experience with complex assembly automation required
• Experience in electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40lbs with repetitive movements
• Ability to push and pull items and climb up and down ladders
• Ability to stand and/or walk up to constantly during the shift

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications required and SAP experience preferred
• Ability to work independently from verbal and/or written instructions required
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Must be mechanically inclined and can use basic hand tools
• Must have strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in a clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel

Additional Information

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

POSITION RANGE: $25.00 - $40.00 USD Hourly

Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.