Manufacturing Automation Specialist

MSD • Wilson, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This role serves as a technical expert in industrial automation systems, supporting manufacturing and packaging operations. The specialist will be responsible for troubleshooting and optimizing PLCs, HMIs, robotics, machine vision systems, motion control, and servo-driven equipment. Key responsibilities include leading root cause analysis, integrating new equipment and technologies, supporting serialization and track-and-trace solutions, and driving data integrity and cybersecurity initiatives within digital manufacturing. The position also involves leading automation projects from concept to implementation, including developing specifications, testing strategies, and deployment plans. Additionally, the role requires authoring validation documentation, supporting SDLC and CSV activities, and leading automation-related deviations and investigations. A focus on continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing and structured problem-solving is essential.

Requirements

• Highschool Graduate or Equivalent - Minimum 3 years of experience supporting industrial automation systems in manufacturing.
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with PLCs and HMI systems.
• Experience with SDLC documentation, change controls and validation activities.
• Strong analytical, communication and project management skills.
• On call availability nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• B&R, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens or Schneider PLC experience.
• Experience with Robotics, Vision Systems, Motion Control and Packaging Automation.
• Serialization and Aggregation experience (SAP ATTP, Systech Guardian preferred).
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Data Integrity, Cybersecurity, Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for industrial automation systems supporting manufacturing and packaging operations.
• Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, HMIs, robotics, machine vision systems, motion control and servo-driven equipment.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Support integration of new equipment and emerging automation technologies.
• Support serialization, aggregation, SAP ATTP and track-and-trace solutions.
• Drive data integrity, cybersecurity and digital manufacturing initiatives.
• Lead automation projects from concept through implementation.
• Develop requirements, functional specifications, testing strategies and deployment plans.
• Author functional specifications, design documents, IQ/OQ protocols, SOPs, risk assessments and change controls.
• Support SDLC and Computer System Validation activities.
• Lead automation-related deviations, investigations and CAPAs.
• Drive reliability, efficiency and modernization initiatives using Lean and structured problem solving.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days
• annual bonus
• long-term incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED