Automation Specialist; 3rd Shift

About the Job

The Automation Specialist I is a core team member of the Tech Services team that supports aseptic operations through maintenance activities on all manufacturing at Fagron’s two Wichita, KS manufacturing facilities. This individual is well versed in automation concepts, has a strong mechanical aptitude, and will be expected to become a subject matter expert on the supported equipment.

• Responsible for maintenance (planned and unplanned) for equipment supporting the manufacturing processes.
• Work with other departments to improve equipment functionality, throughput, and uptime of equipment.
• Work with CMMS documenting tasks and implementing augmentations to existing maintenance activities per cGMP’s.
• Interfaces with Operations personnel on issue resolution.
• Educate Operations personnel on proper operation and care of equipment.
• Assist with installation, start up, qualification, and troubleshooting activities.
• Develop into Subject Matter Expert (SME) on automation equipment.
• Perform all tasks while following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), manufacturing literature, and safety policies.
• Develop new and amend SOP’s.
• Maintain cleanroom conditions by following procedures that align with cGMP practices or guidelines.
• Deviation management: initiate, investigate, and close out Tech Services related deviation.
• Must be able to meet aseptic gowning qualification requirements.
• Work inside cleanroom suites on your feet for several hours at a time.
• Interface with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and associated process instrumentation.
• Key contributor during semi-annual shutdowns.
• Other projects and duties as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Sound mechanical aptitude.
• General understanding of work order management processes.
• Understand and apply instructions in written, oral, and/or diagram formats.
• Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Self-motivated and customer‑centric.
• Experience with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Experience with automated equipment or automated manufacturing lines preferred.
• Knowledge of and compliance with cGMP’s (Current Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Ability to work with others in a positive and professional manner and to develop and maintain strong working relationships with co‑workers and management.
• Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed; performs work independently without being prompted.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality, accuracy, and accountability.

Fagron offers its associates competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including a 401(k) plan with a company matching contribution; medical, vision and dental; health savings account (HSA); holiday/paid time off.

At Fagron, you’ll find plenty of chances to grow — both personally and professionally. We work in an open, dynamic environment where your ideas and talents can shine.

Fagron US is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law.