Automation Technician

McKesson•Jeffersonville, IN

6d•$23 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

McKesson is seeking a hands-on Automation Technician for its Walmart Central Fill pharmacy automation facility. This multi-discipline maintenance role keeps automated dispensing, labeling, robotics, and other facility equipment operating effectively. The technician troubleshoots electrical, mechanical, and computer systems and contributes to accurate, timely medication delivery. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with one Saturday per month from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The schedule may change according to business needs. The work takes place in a production/warehouse environment with closely monitored, legally compliant regulations, and involves standing, bending, lifting, and climbing throughout the shift. The role includes facilities and equipment maintenance, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, computer and network diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement. The listed base pay range is $23.36–$38.94. An annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may also be offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of facilities engineering or industrial maintenance experience.
Working knowledge of 460V/220V/120V AC and 24V DC electrical systems, motor starters, power distribution, PLC programming using ladder logic, and control-circuit devices.
Mechanical aptitude, including bearing, shaft, and drive alignment; belt and chain tensioning; pneumatic systems; and preventive maintenance scheduling.
Computer proficiency in Windows troubleshooting, Ethernet networking, RS232/RS422 serial communications, and hardware-level diagnostics involving cards, chips, and I/O devices.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
Discretionary, decisive, and organized thinking regarding best practices.
Self-motivated and self-directed, with extreme attention to detail.
Flexibility to meet changing business demands and situations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and experience interfacing with customers, employees, the McKesson network, and suppliers.
Ability to stand, bend, lift, and climb throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational upkeep for facility equipment, including pharmacy automation systems, office equipment, and computer systems.
Support light construction, electrical projects, and facility infrastructure improvements.
Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors on facilities and equipment repairs.
Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules based on device requirements.
Lubricate, oil, and clean devices according to their maintenance manuals.
Measure voltage and current and use the results to troubleshoot circuits across 460V, 220V, and 120V AC and 24V DC systems.
Read electrical schematics and evaluate equipment operation against them.
Read ladder logic, download and upload PLC programs, and troubleshoot PLC functions.
Work with control circuits involving photo eyes, solenoid valves, limit switches, indicating lights, and safety switches.
Troubleshoot motor-starting and power-distribution circuits.
Align bearings, shafts, and drives, and adjust belt and chain tension.
Identify and replace worn or damaged parts.
Work with pneumatic circuits involving cylinders and solenoid valves.
Maintain printers and peripheral mechanical devices.
Analyze cards and chips and replace them when necessary.
Troubleshoot Ethernet systems, cabling, and I/O devices.
Configure and troubleshoot Windows computers.
Set up and analyze RS232/RS422 communications between computers and peripheral devices.
Improve quality and efficiency on the production floor.
Understand and promote McKesson’s I2CARE principles: Integrity, Inclusion, Customer-First, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
Communicate effectively at all levels within the organization.