Pharmacy Automation Mechanic, Omnicare

9005 CVS Pharmacy, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement options

Job summary

CVS Health in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Rx Automation Mechanic to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated prescription dispensing and fulfillment systems. You will support pharmacy staff to meet production goals and ensure quality with adherence to cGMP and site policies.

The role requires 3+ years of hands-on experience with automation, robotics, label printers, and PLC controls, and involves rotating on-call support with up to 40% travel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled automation systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, prints, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with robotics systems and industrial label printers.
• Familiarity with Omron/Adept and GE Fanuc robots.
• Experience with any work-order based preventive maintenance management system.
• Basic networking and Excel skills.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated pharmacy dispensing equipment including PLC, robotic, and networked systems.
• Complete work orders and document tasks using CMMS software.
• Maintain parts inventories and coordinate with suppliers for components.
• Oversee vendor support of facility air compressors and generators.
• Assist training of staff on automation equipment and safety assessments.

Skills

Automation systems

PLC control

Robotics

Industrial label printers

CMMS software

Electrical schematics

Networking basics

Excel

Communication

On-call travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in automation or related field

Tools

CMMS software

Omron/Adept robots

GE Fanuc robots

Industrial label printers

Job description

Requisition Job Description

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

As an Rx Automation Mechanic, you will be responsible for the troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, change control, testing, and process improvement of automated prescription dispensing and fulfillment systems. Additionally, you will assist in the support and training of pharmacy staff and operators to meet production goals as well as quality expectations.

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain assigned automated pharmacy dispensing equipment which include electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, control (PLC), robotic, barcode, label printing, computer, networking, and conveyor systems.
• Timely completion and work order documentation of all corrective and preventative maintenance tasks and materials using CMMS software.
• Maintain parts inventories and correspond with suppliers and vendors to ensure the availability of necessary components.
• Oversee vendor support of facility air compressors and generators.
• Repair/refurbish heat presses and equipment within a respective service area.
• Support pharmacy automation remotely through a rotating on-call schedule.
• Notify the Manager of any concerns regarding major repairs needed or any additional equipment needed to support the pharmacy automation equipment, or to maintain a clean and safe work area for all employees.
• Partner with automation operators and vendors to address and minimize faults and errors resulting in inefficient utilization of the equipment.
• Assist with training on use of automation equipment and completion of competency and safety assessments in conjunction with site leadership.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation in strict accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's) and site policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled automation systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, prints, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with robotics systems.
• Experience with industrial label printers.
• Familiarity with Omron/Adept and GE Fanuc robots.
• Experience with any work-order based preventive maintenance management system.
• Ability to perform basic networking tasks and troubleshooting.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code.
• Must be willing to travel up to 40%.
• Must be available for rotating on-call support.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Education

High school diploma or GED required. Associates degree with a preference in automation, or 2 additional years of equivalent experience.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is: $22.59 - $49.04. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/15/2026

Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.