Specialist - Process Control Technician (2nd Shift 3pm-11:30pm)

Lannett Company, Inc.•Seymour, IN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Control Technician will provide technical support for maintaining, troubleshooting, programming and change control of any/all PLC/PC based and non-PLC/PC based process control systems for equipment and facilities at the Seymour Manufacturing Site. This includes the installation of new or upgraded devices, instrumentation, and equipment. The goal is to support the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals in compliance with US and EU cGMPs and other regulations as necessary. The Process Control Technician will support the Seymour Manufacturing Site facility and related equipment and processes to support 24/7 operation of a production facility. This position has no direct P&L or budget responsibility but is responsible for contributing on an individual level to department and site goals and budgets.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED Required
Working or hands-on experience with process control systems, automation and/or serialized packaging operations
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with varying priorities in a manner that meets the Company’s goals
Ability to effectively communicate with vendors, suppliers, and manufacturing
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, mechanical and control drawings
Basic knowledge and use of electrical, hand tools and test equipment common to maintenance technicians
High level mechanical, electrical, and trouble-shooting skills
Capability to review and correct mechanical and electrical diagrams as well as a basic level understanding of how to read blueprints
Ability to be flexible with work priorities and work effectively as part of a team
Ability to be flexible with work priorities and work effectively as part of a team and in an individual capacity
Execute mid-level computer functions for communications and work order execution

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Industrial Mechanics Technology, Instrumentation or Electronics degree is desired.
A license and/or a certification course from a recognized source is desired. Training in in the form of an apprentice program with on-the-job training would also be taken under consideration.
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
5 years plus experience in maintenance or operations within a pharmaceutical environment preferred
Basic knowledge and understanding of computers, PLCs, VFDs and other control systems/devices or equipment is preferred
Ability to troubleshoot and program VFDs/ similar devices or controllers is preferred
Knowledge of engineering documentation requirements in a cGMP regulated environment
Pharmaceutical experience or GMP experience is desired
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) desired
Knowledge of INFOREAM is preferred

Responsibilities

Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC’s, HMIs and PC components and programs using relevant software
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks/activities on controls and devices. PMs include routine battery replacement, routine backups, etc.
Perform basic to intermediate levels of wiring and terminations- high/low/control voltages equipment and control devices.
Basic level of troubleshooting abilities on all levels of control wiring
Identify and maintain robotics system components
Identify, maintain, and assist with troubleshooting control network components
Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot motor controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components
Troubleshoot electrical control circuits and control systems up to and including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC-24VAC systems
Replace components and reconfigure programs or settings as needed to maintain a controlled or validated state
Assist with all levels of process and controls improvements from basic wiring/component replacement or upgrades to complete system or controls upgrades
Locate, review, and utilize ladder logic programs to aid in troubleshooting
Perform routine and non-routine program backup from various platforms for systems and equipment
Apply reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot equipment or system issues
Ability to interpret drawings- mechanical and electrical
Ability to train other technicians on controls systems and applications
Gather data and collect information to support Capital Appropriations Requests.
Able to create the documentation and steps necessary to assist with execution of capital projects.
Perform basic project management tasks
Assist Information Technology with holistic control system infrastructure
Flexibility of work hours and/or days along with the ability to work overtime as needed to support 24/7 plant operations
As required – develop and deliver training on equipment operation or changes
Support SOP and/or training documentation
Create or support Change Control documentation
Able to work independently and remotely to complete projects based on controls drawings, and other technical documents