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Automation Technician (Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat)
Facility: Digital & IT
Location:
West Lebanon, NH, US
About the Department
Site New Hampshire, located in West Lebanon, is where Novo Nordisk’s life-saving treatments are brought to life. Our manufacturing facility produces a global supply of our hemophilia and growth hormone product lines, as well as our next generation of cutting-edge medications.
What we offer you:
- Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
- 36 Paid days off including vacation, sick days & company holidays
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
- Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
- 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources and mentorship to grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential?
The Position
Assist in the operation, maintenance & system management of process control systems. Assist in managing the uptime & availability of the automated process control systems throughout the West Lebanon, NH bio-production site.
The schedule of this position is day shift and it can be either Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday. This is an onsite based role.
Relationships
Reports to: Automation Manager
Essential Functions
- Support troubleshooting during process downtime
- Inspect, troubleshoot & repair control system hardware
- Perform routine, preventative & predictive maintenance
- Assist in the development of maintenance procedures
- Support control system equipment installations
- Assist in managing control system hardware inventory
- Support plans to maintain & improve process control systems
- Support technical clarifications with suppliers & internal stakeholders
- Own self-development & self-initiative to understand the site process control systems
- Adhere to automation/IT standards and maintain training readiness
- Utilize the appropriate cLEAN® tools when relevant to solve problems or improve processes
- Manage assignments within compliance with a Quality Mindset that focuses on risk management & mitigation
- Follow all current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs) & ensures that product is manufactured according to procedure
- Participate in on-call rotations, including weekends and non-business hours, to provide support for critical systems
- Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations and industry codes
- Incorporates the Novo Nordisk Way and 10 Essentials in all activities and interactions with others
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Education and Certifications:
- Associate’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline preferred
- Work Experience:
- Associate’s degree with three (3) years of relevant work experience required
- Bachelor’s degree with zero (0) years of relevant work experience preferred
- Biotechnology or pharmaceutical experience preferred
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledgeable in supporting & maintaining process control systems preferred
- Knowledgeable in using Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint) preferred
- Knowledgeable at troubleshooting (systematic problem solving) automated/IT system issues, including interfaces & hardware components preferred
- Knowledgeable in the following: PLC (Rockwell, Siemens), HMI, PCS/DCS (DeltaV, iFix), Historian (OSI PI, iBatch), SCADA systems, MES (Syncade, PAS-X), MS SQL preferred
- Able to troubleshoot PLCs, process control &/or distributed control systems at an entry level
- Basic understanding of process control systems for Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Food, Cosmetic, Beverage or relevant work preferred
- Excellent organizational & planning skills; Familiar with project management methodology preferred
Physical Requirements
Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
