Senior Automation Technician- 12 Hour Schedule -Day Shift

Amneal Pharmaceuticals; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Bonus potential

Job summary

Amneal Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Senior Automation Technician to troubleshoot and repair PLC-driven control systems in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on automation hardware, instrumentation, and documentation, with on-site responsibilities across packaging lines and lab equipment.

Responsibilities include field installation, calibration, commissioning, equipment logs, and supporting uptime through proactive maintenance; a strong background in PLCs, HMIs, and process automation

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Technical/ vocational concentration inAutomation Technology or related field required.
• 7+ years of industrial experience in automation maintenance preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in related field may reduce experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-driven equipment and related control systems.
• Perform installation, calibration, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain equipment log books and documentation; manage spare parts inventory.
• Interface with shift leaders and technicians during handovers to minimize downtime.
• Provide on-call automation support to ensure production uptime.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Field maintenance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical certification in Automation or related field

Tools

P&ID drawings

SCADA/HMI systems

Process control equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Automation Technician will troubleshoot and repair equipment related to Electronics and programmable logic controller (PLC) breakdowns. The candidate will also be responsible for maintaining related documentation, program records and related software.

Day Shift - 12-hour rotating schedule (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM)

Essential Functions

• Handle the installation and troubleshooting of Control and Mechanical Systems to automate upstream and downstream processing equipment, including Mixers, Coaters, Pouchers, Cartoners, Packaging Lines, Laboratory Equipment, Facility Systems, Stability Chambers, BMS, Water System Controls, Tablet Press, Fluid Bed Dryers, Granulators, and Vision Systems, as well as upload and download PLC programs.
• Perform hands‑on field installation, operational start‑up, calibration, and commissioning activities. Interface daily with shift leader and technician at shift change, maintain cleanliness of all equipment, assist shift lead in maintaining quality of finished product, maintain spare parts inventory with proper cataloging, provide timely notification of maintenance issues and downtime, review line history and documentation to enhance line efficiencies, follow escalation plan to minimize downtime, and maintain and update all equipment log books with accurate repair/adjustment information.
• Improve and monitor automation processes for optimal cost efficiency of production.
• Provide support as a field technician, bench technician, robotics technician, production support technician and maintenance technician on an as‑needed basis; perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.
• Fully comprehend, verify, and develop P&ID, engineering layouts, engineering drawings and engineering documents.
• Provide automation and technical support on an ongoing basis, including troubleshooting functions, and be on‑call to ensure service.

Qualifications

Education

• High School or GED - Required
• Vocational/Technical concentration in Automation Technology, Mechatronics, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Electrical Circuits, Electrical Machinery, Human‑Machine Interfaces (HMIs), or a related technical field – Required

Experience

• Must have 7 years or more of relevant experience in an industrial or manufacturing plant, printing, food, pharmaceutical, or other technology‑driven industry. Candidates with a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Robotics, or a related field may qualify with 5 years or more of relevant experience.

Compensation and Benefits

• The hourly rate for this position ranges from $30.00 to $40.00 per hour.
• Opportunity for a short‑term incentive such as a bonus or performance‑based award within the first 12 months.
• Competitive benefits program including health and insurance benefits and a 401(k) matching contribution.