Title:  Automation Maintenance Reliability Technician, 3rd Shift

Job Title: Automation MRT

Location: Columbus, OH

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Monday through Friday 11pm to 730am

Req ID:5480

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ mission is to bring Better Health. Within Reach. Every Day.® for millions of patients around the world.  We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 750 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe.  Through our 32 manufacturing plants, eight R&D centers, and 8,500+ employees worldwide, we are always hard at work creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We are seeking a talented and motivated Automation, MRT. 

In this role, you will be responsible for performing calibration, repair, installation, and troubleshooting of instruments, process control systems, and equipment.  Adherence to regulatory requirements by applying knowledge in automation and measurement technology.  Completes work on time, identifies and executes improvements to equipment, processes, and work instructions relative to all business, laboratory, manufacturing, packaging, facility and site equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Perform calibrations of a variety of inspection, measurement, and test equipment according to detailed calibration work instructions.  Record results in Computerized Maintenance Management or Calibration Data Management System.  Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective action via adjustments, component replacement, correction factors, etc. 
• Maintain equipment by providing troubleshooting to ensure equipment performance is reliable and meets expectations.  This includes adjusting, repairing, and replacing components (sensors, cables, connectors, control boards, etc.).
• Perform advanced maintenance and repair activities on equipment and systems used in Manufacturing, Packaging, Facility or other areas of the site. 
• Monitor PLC or HMI program logic during certifications or troubleshooting to better understand deviations from proper operation. 
• Use and maintain primary, secondary and/or working calibration standards. 
• Ensure work order documentation is completed accurately and completely.
• Provide support outside of normal working hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ensure activities are accomplished in a safe manner.
• Identify waste, workflow interrupters, and other opportunities for improvement, recommend solutions, and assisting with implementation.
• Identify opportunities to learn new skills and actively participate in development that will improve overall team performance.
• Work in a highly productive and efficient manner to increase the quantity of activities completed.
• Ensure work is appropriately communicated to system operators and key partners.

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Experience in related technology: instrumentation, measurement, control, and /or troubleshooting.
• 3 years minimum experience with a demonstrated understanding of calibration methodology, loop-checking, intermediate maintenance and repair of instrumentation, automation, process control systems, and troubleshooting.                                                                                                                                                                            
• 1-year experience using PLC logic for troubleshooting machine faults.
• Ability to maintain ISA CCST Level I certification following the requirements outlined by the International Society of Automation.
• Working knowledge of schematics, P&ID drawings, and ISA symbols & numbering.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively maintain, troubleshoot and repair process instrumentation.
• Requires a strong electrical, mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, detail orientation and the ability to work independently or within a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to maintain accurate records.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply all relevant Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures and other regulatory requirements.
• Attention to detail, safety, quality and customer requirements.
• Demonstrate a high level of personal motivation and initiative.
• Ability and willingness to follow directions, as assigned by management, team lead, or in written instructions.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible with daily work assignments changes as well as a continuously improving work environment.
• Ability to make independent decisions within the scope of operating policies and procedure.

What We Offer*:

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay.  Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date).  Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment.  Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.