Automation Technician - 1st/2nd Rotating Shift

AstraZeneca • Mount Vernon, IN

119d

About The Position

The AstraZeneca Mt. Vernon site was established in 1972 and is the flagship site delivering innovative, life changing oral solid medicines. At the site we formulate and pack OSD tablets and capsules for over 60+ markets. The Mt Vernon site is complex, the largest AZ production site in the US with over 700+ employees. We are located in the southwest corner of the state of Indiana, approximately 15 miles from Evansville, Indiana - the third largest city in the state. The Mt. Vernon site is both collaborative and inclusive. We have several employee resource groups (ERGs) onsite that are aimed at promoting, celebrating, and educating employees about diversity, inclusion, philanthropy, networking, etc. Each of these groups provide employees with opportunities for interactive and engaging events and initiatives which enhance professional development and provide opportunities to engage with likeminded co-workers. It is important to us that each employee feels welcome to bring their whole self to work every day. Here is a sneak peek of some of “perks” the MTV site offers: on-site fitness center with access to a personal trainer, on-site walking trail, walking desk, on-site basketball court, ping pong, massage chair, lunch & learns, sustainable & ergonomic office working environment, tuition reimbursement, training/ lifelong learning opportunities, book club, dining center with hot meals, snack market, free coffee and hot tea, climate controlled work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to read electrical diagrams and electronic schematics and use them to troubleshoot industrial control system and machine issues.
• Demonstrated ability to program, troubleshoot, and decipher automation control devices, including but not limited to PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment and adapt to changing business needs.

Nice To Haves

• An Associate's Degree in a technical field or completion of an Apprenticeship Program is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Rockwell/Allen Bradley is strongly preferred.
• Experience providing client support or customer service is preferred.
• Experience working in a Pharmaceutical GMP validated environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with production, facility, and utility automation/control systems, including instrumentation and devices.
• Execute minor changes to controls, configurations, and hardware, following test plans and documenting work per site standards.
• Support maintenance and operations teams by training personnel on the operation, fault diagnostics, and maintenance of electronic controls and instrumentation.
• Identify and implement Continuous Improvement opportunities related to automation systems.
• Perform installation, replacement, and repair of electronics equipment listed in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Author and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Reliability Centered Maintenance job plans for electronic components.
• Monitor equipment performance, identifying and addressing inefficiencies to improve asset availability.
• Use computer systems (e.g., CMMS, email, SOP Database) for documentation and communication.
• Communicate issues effectively to peers and management through verbal and written reports.
• Execute work in compliance with GMPs, site policies, work instructions, and SOPs, reporting deviations that could impact product quality or safety.
• Maintain a safe work environment, adhering to Health & Safety policies and reporting unsafe conditions immediately.
• Work flexible hours, including other shifts or weekends, as needed for production or maintenance coverage.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Benefits

• On-site fitness center with access to a personal trainer
• On-site walking trail
• Walking desk
• On-site basketball court
• Ping pong
• Massage chair
• Lunch & learns
• Sustainable & ergonomic office working environment
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training/ lifelong learning opportunities
• Book club
• Dining center with hot meals
• Snack market
• Free coffee and hot tea
• Climate controlled work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED