Production Technician III

Job Purpose
Troubleshoots repairs and maintains a wide variety of Compounding, Packaging and Facilities equipment, including but not limited to mixing kettles, washers, mills, pumps, tube fillers, bottle fillers, cartoners, over-wrappers, labelers, induction sealers, robotic case packers, laser printers and aggregation labeling, inspection, printers, and data management. Supports and assists in the installation and qualification of new equipment and controls; supports facilities systems and services as required. Develops low to mid-level upgrades improvements in support of operational improvements and CAPAs.

Major Accountabilities
First responder, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair advanced electrical equipment problems with little or no supervision in all areas of the facility, documenting repairs in Maintenance and Repair Logs as per cGMP guidelines.
Perform and document scheduled routine preventative maintenance on electrical systems as required.

Communicates and works with Mechanics and Facilities Maintenance associates to resolve cross-over issues.

Support creation, management of recipes, system access, user management and other data in non-network process equipment.

Backup of electronic records, system files, and operating systems. Assist with review, investigation and inspection of local machine data, system configuration management, version control and retention of PLC and HMI software.
Maintains inventory of routinely used parts and supplies.

Works with automation and project engineers to support deliverables, installation and qualification for new equipment and technologies.

Assemble and install electrical equipment modifications, upgrades, and improvements as directed by engineering personnel.

Plan and execute level upgrades in support of equipment improvements and CAPAs.

Execute validation dry runs to identify inconsistencies in protocols; supports the execution of IQ and OQ protocols on new equipment and equipment modifications.

Manages small-size and mid-size automation projects, including generating documentation, coordination of resources from start to finish. Research and identify “Functionally Equivalent” components for replacement of obsolete and unavailable components.

Provides necessary information for appropriate documentation of functionally equivalent components.

Adheres to all applicable procedures, cGMP’s, company policies, and all other quality or regulatory requirements (OSHA, DEA, FDA, EMEA, ANVISA, HS&E, etc.).

Ensures all work is performed in a safe, effective manner, and in compliance with the appropriate industry and regulatory (FDA, DEA,OSHA) standards, and Departmental, Plant, and corporate quality and Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) goals.

Note: This position may require the labeling, packaging, or movement of hazardous (flammable, corrosive, toxic, etc.) waste within the facility. If so, this employee would be trained under OSHA’s HAZWOPER standard,29 CFR 1910.120 as an 8-Hour first responder, 24-Hour incident commander, or a 40-Hour incident commander. In lieu of HAZWOPER training, the employee will receive training on the requirements of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act pursuant to 40 CFR265.16.All employees that have received the above-mentioned training upon hire will receive annual refresher training that covers the OSHA HAZWOPER standard and the requirements of RCRA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must have satisfactory visual acuity and color perception. Visual acuity and color blindness screenings may be used to screen applicants.
• Satisfactory visual acuity means at least 20/20 vision, corrected or uncorrected.
• Satisfactory color vision means ability to recognize traffic signals and devices showing the standard red, green, and amber traffic signals

Key Performance Indicators
•Strong AutoCAD and or Microsoft Visio skills for generating controls drawings. Microsoft Office Skills (Word and Excel)
•Microsoft Office Skills (Word and Excel)
•Must be able to read, understand and work from electrical schematics and engineering documents.
•In depth knowledge and understanding of PLCs, ladder logic and other PLC languages for troubleshooting and maintenance purposes. HMI programming and troubleshooting capabilities.
•In depth knowledge and understanding of runtime and PC based HIMs for troubleshooting and maintenance purposes.
•Proficient in the use of test and measurement equipment including but not limited to Digital Multi-Meter, Process Meter, Temperature measurement, Tachometer and Oscilloscope.
•Must be able to use a variety of power and hand tools for troubleshooting, repair and installation of electrical, electronic, and electro-mechanical components.
•Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technology and identify functionally equivalent replacement for obsolete technology.
•Understanding of AC and DC Motor controls with capability to install and optimize parameter settings.
•Fluent in English good communications skills both verbal and written, ability to read and understand SOPs and all forms of training materials.
•Mathematics Skills–Good basic math skills needed to apply electrical formulas.
•Available for overtime when needed. Availability for emergency telephone support and call in rotation.
•Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in and through construction areas and lift 50pounds.

Ideal Background and Education
4-year Electrical Engineering professional certificate or degree

Pay ranges between $45-60/hr based on experience