Automation & Controls Technician

About Meridian

Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

Job Summary

Automation and Controls Technicians design, install, and maintain equipment used in modern industrial processes. Responsibilities include technical and controls maintenance and troubleshooting on a wide range of systems, from the simplest fuses and motors to sophisticated electronic computer interface boards, motor drives, programmable logic controllers, solid-state devices, and robotics.

Key Duties

Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Equipment procurement

• Collaborate with the Engineers in the identification and procurement of manufacturing equipment and automation.

• Design, installation, and maintenance of Process Research Laboratory equipment

• Leads cross functional troubleshooting.

• Collaborate with the project managers to ensure projects are on time, within budget, and successful.

• Maintenance

• Responsible for troubleshooting support to help identify the causes of product/production related problems.

• Collaborate with the maintenance staff to service equipment as needed.

• Design and implement process improvements and corrective actions.

• Process Design

• Designs and implements manufacturing equipment solutions to improve operational efficiencies.

• Collaborate with the production teams for new equipment and automation solutions for improved processes and new products from R&D.

• Build and install automation control systems (electrical/pneumatic).

• General

• Read, understand, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Accurately complete all required documentation per SOP requirements.

• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules as well as appropriate industry and regulatory guidelines.

• Communicate clearly and effectively with department peers, manufacturing personnel, as well as supervisors, managers, and directors.

• Train employees on proper equipment operation.

• Write and/or modify manufacturing and equipment related procedures as needed.

• Collaborate with Engineers, IT, Maintenance and Operators to optimize integrated control processes.

• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties/Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs throughout the workday in a multi-location facility.

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds routinely throughout the course of a workday.

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (latex or nitrile gloves, face shield/safety glasses, hairnets, shoe coverings, etc.), including full gown when working in a clean room setting.

• Must be able to adhere to applicable biosafety practices when on the manufacturing floor or in laboratories.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time, stoop, reach, push and pull equipment throughout the course of the work shift.

• Ability to work on PC including repetitive use of a keyboard and mouse for long periods throughout the course of the workday.

• May be required to sit for long periods of time through the course of the work shift.

• Must be able to analyze and interpret data.

• Must be able to concentrate and problem solve routinely throughout the course of the work shift.

• Must be able to travel by car/air to other locations of MBI as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required/Preferred

• Requires an Associate's degree or 2-year Trade school with a minimum of two years of experience in a related field.• Previous experience with RS Logix/Studio 5000, machine vision (Keyence/Cognex), HMI programming is desirable.• Previous experience in and FDA regulated production environment is desirable.

Competencies Required or preferred

• Thorough knowledge of electrical control systems, including electrical power, controls and instrumentation.• Advanced computer skills required (Word, Excel, CAD knowledge, PLC Database).• Ability to program and troubleshoot one or more of the following systems: Fanuc Robot; specifically industrial control systems and ladder logic; RS Logix 5000; Allen-Bradley.• Proficient mechanical skills using diagnostic tools used to test, troubleshoot, and repair complex equipment.• Ability to read/understand blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and other specialized documentation.• Ability to read, understand and follow all company Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines.• Adhere to safety SOPs and report potential safety hazards.• Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, organized and able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements.• Must be able to work overtime and weekends to support production efforts as needed.• Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers in a cross functional setting.• Excellent analyzing, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Required Travel %:

• Local travel among Meridian sites in the Cincinnati area is required.

• We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. (USA Only)*