Senior Automation Engineer Job Job in Wilson, North Carolina US
Senior Automation Engineer Job
Senior Automation Engineer-TEC000394 Description Merck is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and consumer health products, as well as animal health products. Today, we are building a new kind of healthcare company - one that is ready to help create a healthier future for all of us. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of people like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career. The Senior (Sr) Automation Engineer is responsible for providing key automation support for various manufacturing systems such as PLC, DCS, MES, IT, and OEM systems in Manufacturing Operations. Responsible for trouble-shooting challenging equipment / automation issues to improve manufacturing performance (e.g. yield improvements, etc.) and maintaining the automation systems in compliance with cGMPs. Responsibilities will potentially include providing automation leadership on various shifts/weekend in support of Manufacturing Operations. Lead automation related investigations into Atypical Production Reports (APRs) and implement the corrective actions. Other responsibilities may include working as a representative of a startup or existing production team providing technical / leadership assistance in fulfilling the automation requirements for the team. For various project assignments / initiatives, the automation team member is responsible for working closely with various site / central groups in maintaining manufacturing requirements. Group supports a large spectrum of sophisticated automated systems within Manufacturing Operations; providing multiple opportunities to learn new automation technologies and make a positive impact. Actively support, participate and embrace an empowered team culture including significant interaction with manufacturing, quality and engineering groups. The Sr Automation Engineer primary activities include, but are not limited to: * Understands and supports all GMPs, safety, and environmental regulations. Periodically reviews automation documents, preventive maintenance, and SOPs to ensure compliance with GMP and safety. * On atypical automation situations, develops and supports corrective actions. * Communicates periodically with immediate supervisor about status of area of responsibility. * Evaluates automated and information technology systems, and develops strategies to optimize and ensure quality and stability of automation systems through future expansion, replacement, or upgrade. * Uses technical knowledge to assure the efficient operation of variety of automated processing and information technology systems. Leads in installing and placing new equipment into operations. Develops solutions for automation problems. Oversees investigations of automation anomalies to prevent recurrence. * Participates in audits and training programs in the area of responsibility. * On-floor support of manufacturing activities. * Identify and implement process/equipment improvements and manufacturing efficiencies. * Maintain technical documentation. * Provides client services support for business area applications. Qualifications Education: * B.S., B.A., or M.S., preferably in Engineering, Science, or Information Technology Required: * Minimum 3 yrs of experience in process automation or equivalent. * Experience in the following areas is required: PLCs, HMIs, and Servo-Drives. Preferred: * Experience in the following areas is Desired: Working knowledge of packaging technology equipment, Vision systems, barcode systems, reject/verification processes, computer validation, systems lifecycle development methodology, and Lean Manufacturing /Six Sigma methodology. Our employees are the key to our company's success. We demonstrate our commitment to our employees by offering a competitive and valuable rewards program. Merck's benefits are designed to support the wide range of goals, needs and lifestyles of our employees, and many of the people that matter the most in their lives. merck.com/careers to create a profile and your resume for requisition # TEC000394. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V - proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations. Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully: Merck is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Merck via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Merck. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Merck as a result of the referral or through other means. Primary Location: US-NC-Wilson Employee Status: Regular Travel : No Number of Openings: 2 Shift (if applicable) : N/A *This job post was placed on PharmaDiversity Job Board with permission of this employer. If viewing this post anywhere else, the "apply" click should lead you to PharmaDiversity Job Board for authentic job post view with direct employer application. For application attention if web source is requested please use "PharmaDiversity" or "PharmaDiversity Job Board". Merck prefers that you apply to this job directly on their site