Automation Technician - 3rd Shift
Chattanooga, Tennessee Permanent Posted on Nov. 25, 2024 Closing on Mar. 25, 2025About The Job
Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market. We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet. That’s why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core. Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands.
Your job as an Automation Technician involves providing highly technical electrical, electronic, and control system maintenance support and leadership to ensure the safe, reliable, and cGMP compliant operation of Sanofi’s automated pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification. Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.
This is a 3rd shift role: Sunday - Thursday - 11:00pm - 7:00am
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide complex troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of the following equipment and systems.
PLC, computer-controlled, and servo-controlled equipment.
Electrical controls including motor starters, relays, control wiring, variable frequency drives, sensors, and both AC and DC motors.
Troubleshooting process controls including both digital and analog control circuits.
Mechanical systems and components including conveyors, pumps, valves, pneumatics, bearings, seals, and power transmission system components such as gearboxes, belt, and chain drives.
Implement and manage online vendor equipment monitoring and troubleshooting support.
Manage software updates and backups of PLC, servo, and computer-controlled equipment, saving backups to dedicated file paths on the company network.
Develop and implement plant automation projects, including vision systems, supervisory control systems, safety interlocks, etc.
Use of shop machinery including mills, lathes, drill presses, and normal industrial tools for repair purposes.
Support the Preventive Maintenance program by performing PM activities and assisting is continuous program improvement.
Provide written and oral communication to manufacturing team leaders and management.
Support Engineering projects for both new equipment installations and improvements to existing installations.
Safely perform work, including adherence to policies such as lock-out/tag-out, and confined space entry.
Serve as liaison for OEM technical support and parts supply contacts.
Serve as a mentor to other maintenance technicians as a primary resource for solving complex technical equipment issues.
Troubleshoot equipment with an emphasis on electrical, automation, and controls.
Read and interpret schematics, manuals, blueprints, and other technical documents.
Communicate with all levels of Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Engineering.
Execute Preventive and Corrective Maintenance work orders.
Understand and apply mathematics as related to machine cycle rates, conveyor speeds, or when troubleshooting equipment timing issues.
About You
Education & Experience: You must have a High School Diploma or GED. A two (2) or four (4) year degree in electrical, electronics, or electromechanical fields, preferred.
Technical Competencies: You will have five (5+) years' demonstrated experience performing maintenance and repairs of automated manufacturing equipment, with an emphasis on electrical and control systems OR two (2+) years of experience with a 2 or 4-year degree in electrical, electronics, or electromechanical fields.
Preferred Professional Skills
10+ years demonstrated experience performing maintenance and repairs of automated equipment, with an emphasis on electrical and control systems.
Two (2) or Four (4) year degree in electrical, electronics, or electromechanical fields.
Electrical License and willingness to maintain license while employed by Sanofi.
Experience in a GMP/cGMP manufacturing environment.
Welding and or pipefitting in a processing environment
Why Choose Us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Take good care of yourself and your family with benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs with 3 weeks paid vacation and at least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.
Enjoy a well-crafted rewards package with competitive pay that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take advantage of our robust 401(k) program and tuition reimbursement to further your future, education and career.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
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