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We Improve Lives—that’s what drives us. It’s what makes us better, more innovative, more compelled to work harder. What we do is develop superior point-of-care rapid testing solutions for healthcare providers around the world; what we help create is healthier lives and communities.
Position Summary:
The Automation Technician is responsible for operation and support of computer-controlled systems and robotic manufacturing equipment. Automation Technician will perform a wide range duties associated with the set-up, adjustment and operation of all types of automated manufacturing equipment as well as providing support to maximize efficiency.
Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist Engineering and Maintenance in identifying, analyzing, and correcting manufacturing issues.
- Ability to diagnose & troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, including automation lines (to recognize and identify potential problems with equipment)
- Required to perform the following as needed to meet manufacturing schedule:
- Operate automation and packaging equipment for manufacturing in a regulated environment
- Machine Set-up and change over per standard operating procedures, includes performing
leak testing if applicable.
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- Performing updates, repairs and adjustments of manufacturing equipment.
- Must be able to remove, replace, align, adjust and make necessary correction on mechanical equipment in a timely matter.
- Make mechanical and electrical repairs to manufacturing equipment.
- Provide technical support to resolve automation machinery issues.
- Incorporate electrical and mechanical skills, necessary to accomplish demanding tasks and to reach critical goals in an automation and controls manufacturing environment.
- Recommend engineering and maintenance process improvements.
- Engage in the selection, development, and testing of tools, fixtures, machinery, and equipment to improve manufacturing efficiency.
- Assist Engineering and Maintenance departments as needed with projects, engineering studies, and qualification and validation of manufacturing equipment.
Qualifications Required:
- Technical or science degree from an accredited college or vocational school with experience in automation is preferred.
- 0-2 years’ experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work cross functionally with other departments.
- Able to lift up to 50+lbs, stand for long periods of time.
- Competent written skills including investigation report writing and trend analysis
- Team player, ambitious, detailed oriented, person that is self-initiating and accountable for their work assignments.
- Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong work ethic. Weekend work may be required (customer demand or severe weather).
Chembio is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
