Sr Automated Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Bora Pharmaceuticals Inc; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bora Pharmaceuticals Inc seeks a Sr. Automated Machinery Technician in Minnesota to maintain and repair packaging line equipment and participate in cross-department operations. You will lead projects, document processes for cGMP compliance, and train others as needed.

The role requires advanced electronics/PLC/VFD knowledge, a strong troubleshooting mindset, and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure continuous production and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Vocational degree in automated machinery systems or equivalent, or a high school diploma with 7 years' experience.
• Advanced understanding of electronics, PLC programming, electrical controls, pneumatics, and servo drives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair packaging line and manufacturing equipment to ensure availability.
• Lead delegated projects and provide documentation for cGMP compliance.
• Troubleshoot advanced equipment issues and identify root causes.
• Coordinate installations of new equipment and support engineering initiatives.

Education

Vocational degree in automated machinery systems

High school diploma + 7 years' experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

General Summary

With minimal direction from the Lead Technicians and Maintenance Supervisor repairs, the Sr. Automated Machinery Technician maintains and assists operations from all departments to ensure Packaging Line and manufacturing equipment availability is maintained. Leads delegated projects. Completes required documentation to ensure compliance to cGMP's. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ensures own and others compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices, corporate policies, and procedures. Provides directions to the department/shift in the absence of the Lead Technician. Effectively troubleshoots and resolves difficult / advanced equipment issues utilizing a systematic logical approach until the root cause is identified. Demonstrates the ability to train others. Fabricates / repairs failed components as needed. Advanced programming of electronic devices including: VFD's, PLC's, and other various controllers. Designs / fabricates complex machinery to facilitate operations as needed. Effective and efficient decision making and prioritization skills. Identifies inefficiencies and improvements and offers effective solutions. Maintains adequate critical spare parts inventory for assigned functional areas. Assists with the procurement of parts /quotes for budgeted items. Coordinates and leads the installations of new equipment, modifications and enhancements. Supports the engineering department with various projects and initiatives. Works with outside contractors/vendors. Maintain and repair HVAC and supporting utility equipment. Provides direction to department team members with complex issue resolution. Creates troubleshooting /rebuilding documentation guides. Provide support at meetings as directed. The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management’s assignment of essential functions.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

A Vocational degree in automated machinery systems or equivalent from a two-year college and 5 years' experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 7 years' experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, food manufacturer or electronics preferred). In addition to the Automated Machinery Technician's general requirement, advanced understanding/skills of electronics, PLC programming, electrical controls, pneumatics, fluid power encoders /resolvers, stepper motors, servo drives, VFD's, control loops, thermocouples, and safety systems.

Certifications / Licenses

Special Engineer Boiler license (or willingness to obtain one in the first 6 months in the position).

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel programs. Advanced understanding of computer operating systems and file management. SAP knowledge is desired. Strives to ensure a safe workplace by leading others to demonstrate compliance with the required PPE use; including footwear, hearing protection, eye protection, respirator protection, and electrical PPE and keeps the workplace clean and safe.

Compensation Range

$74,000 - $100,000. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and resources
• Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources

Core Values

At Bora, our values guide everything we do — from how we solve challenges to how we support our people. We lead with a solutions-first mindset, strive to do the right thing, stay proactive, and above all, respect everyone.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Bora Pharmaceuticals is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives and regulations of federal, state and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping with this commitment, Bora Pharmaceuticals will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including factors related to pregnancy or child birth), national origin, age, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity status with regard to public assistance, employment status, local human rights commission activity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, or any other protected category.

Bora Pharmaceuticals is focused on developing and manufacturing branded, generic and over the counter (OTC) healthcare and pharmaceutical products for patients around the globe. At Bora Pharmaceuticals, we see it as our mission and our duty to make our mutual success more certain. As an ambitious, future-focused company, we know better than most that our own success is shaped by our partners victories.