Automated Systems Technician

Automated Systems Technician - 651194

Location: Indianapolis, IN – East Side

Pay Range: $27–$35/hour DOE + $1.75/hour shift differential for 2nd & 3rd shift

Work Hours:

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Type of Employment: Permanent Hire

Benefits: 3 weeks of PTO starting the first year, 10 paid holidays, comprehensive health/dental/vision benefits starting Day 1, complementary insurance benefits, 401(k) with 50% company match on the first 6% contributed, potential annual employer contribution, immediate 100% vesting, and potential 5–10% annual bonus based on company performance.

The Planet Group is currently seeking an Automated Systems Technician for a growing company in the medical device manufacturing industry.

Qualified candidates must have 2+ years of experience maintaining highly automated manufacturing equipment with strong PLC, robotics, and troubleshooting experience. Experience with Allen Bradley Control Logix PLCs, Cognex Vision Systems, and Fanuc robots is highly preferred, although comparable automation technologies will be considered. Medical manufacturing experience is preferred but not required; candidates from automotive and other highly automated manufacturing environments are encouraged to apply.

The Automated Systems Technician will work directly on highly automated manufacturing lines supporting the production of medical drug-delivery devices. Approximately 70% of the role will involve troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing automated equipment to keep production running safely and efficiently.

This position will be responsible for maintaining automated manufacturing lines and supporting equipment while meeting quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

• Troubleshoot and repair highly automated manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Identify equipment malfunctions and independently determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Work with PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and other programmable automation technologies.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Allen Bradley Control Logix PLCs, Cognex Vision Systems, Fanuc robots, or comparable systems.
• Execute preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance protocols, and equipment repairs.
• Document all maintenance activities and work performed accurately.
• Train on and master automated equipment maintenance procedures and protocols.
• Support automated production lines and maintain equipment in a validated state.
• Assist Engineering with equipment improvements, testing, process improvements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Support testing of procedures and documentation required for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain customer-specific system documentation in support of FDA requirements.
• Write and maintain professional documentation, including protocols, work instructions, and engineering studies.
• Manage assigned projects and maintenance activities while meeting aggressive schedules.
• Develop the ability to independently support the assigned shift with minimal supervision.
• Follow company quality systems, safety procedures, and manufacturing protocols.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Automation, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams.
• Maintain a positive, team-oriented approach while supporting a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Learn the company's quality system requirements.
• Become familiar with automated manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Build relationships with team members.
• Complete training on automated production lines.
• Begin executing maintenance work orders and protocols.
• Learn customer-specific documentation requirements.

• Demonstrate strong understanding of automated equipment.
• Develop programming and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated equipment with increasing independence.
• Understand requirements for maintaining equipment in a validated state.
• Execute maintenance work orders and protocols independently.

• Independently support the assigned shift with minimal assistance.
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot programmable technologies on automated equipment.
• Assist…