Senior Automation Technician, Pharma GMP (Onsite Emeryville)
Stark Pharma Solutions Inc
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Job summary
Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. in Emeryville, CA is seeking an experienced Automation Technician III to support and maintain GMP-regulated automation systems in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.
The role focuses on PLCs, SCADA/HMI, instrumentation, and process automation to ensure reliable operation of equipment and utilities onsite. The ideal candidate will have hands-on PLC experience (Allen-Bradley/Siemens), SCADA/HMI, instrumentation, and a strong GMP/validation background, with 5+ years
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Associate degree in Electrical/Automation/Instrumentation or related field
- 5+ years automation/controls experience in pharma/biotech/life sciences
- Hands-on experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Siemens), SCADA/HMI, instrumentation, and industrial control systems
- Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment and utilities
- Strong understanding of GMP, change control, and validation practices
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and support PLC, SCADA, HMI, and automation control systems
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automated manufacturing equipment
- Support system upgrades, commissioning, qualification, and startup activities
- Assist with change controls, deviations, CAPAs, and documentation
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation, and Quality teams
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, and company quality standards
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Job description
Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. in Emeryville, CA is seeking an experienced Automation Technician III to support and maintain GMP-regulated automation systems in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.
The role focuses on PLCs, SCADA/HMI, instrumentation, and process automation to ensure reliable operation of equipment and utilities onsite. The ideal candidate will have hands-on PLC experience (Allen-Bradley/Siemens), SCADA/HMI, instrumentation, and a strong GMP/validation background, with 5+ years
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