Automation & Controls Technician

Responsible for the calibration of instrumentation loops, controllers, recorders, transmitters, balances, and other devices used in pharmaceutical production. Parameters include, but are not limited to temperature, pressure, weight, force and humidity.
*Willing to work on the US-East Coast*

Usual activities:

* Perform *corrective actions on electrical and electronic systems in formulation equipment* (Tablet Compressor, coating, Mills, Blender, Weighing, Fluid bed).
* Perform *Preventive and Predictive Maintenance on equipment* in the assigned areas including Inspections, Calibrations, and scheduled overhauls.
* Use analytical troubleshooting skills to *recognize equipment problems, identify root causes, and recommend/ implement solutions* that prevent problem reoccurrence.
* Perform *mechanical and electrical equipment repairs* in the assigned area including routine adjustments and fabrication.
* Work with Supervisors, Operators, Engineers, and other Mechanics to *identify and implement opportunities to improve equipment/production efficiencies.*
* Participate in cross-functional teams as assigned to *support continuous improvement or equipment installation/modification*
* Perform and document work in compliance with SOP's, Safety Health & Environment (SHE) standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's); to include work orders, PM's, logbooks, and permits
* Respond to multiple equipment/production problems and *prioritize or change assignments as needed* to meet formulation demands
* Must be *able to work as needed during other shifts and weekends* when production and/or equipment maintenance coverage is needed
* *Participate in deviation investigations* and help drive to root cause using tools such as 5 Why.

*Willing to work on the US-East Coast*

*Requirements:*
* A High School Diploma or G.E.D. or
an Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology or a technical discipline
* *Minimum of three (3) years of maintenance experience in troubleshooting, installation, and repair of electrical/electronic system.*
* Good interpersonal, communication and writing skills
* Understanding and operational familiarity with *PC/PLC control systems*.
* Thorough familiarity with the *analysis and repair of electrical/electronic control systems*.
* Working knowledge of *pneumatic systems*.
* Understanding of concepts used in *control system design and elementary programming* *is required*.
* Demonstrated proficiency in all the following areas and certification/advanced training in *at least 2 of the following*:

Mechanical maintenanceElectrical MaintenanceInstrumentation and Controls

*Willing to work on the US-East Coast*

Job Type: Contract



Education:
* High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:
* Instrumentation: 3 years (Preferred)
* Electrical & Electronic Systems : 3 years (Preferred)
* Preventive & Predictive Maintenanc: 3 years (Preferred)
* Calibration: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:
* English (Preferred)
* Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:
* Caguas, PR 00725: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person