What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Controls/Automation Engineer position at Planet Pharma?
Sr. Controls/Automation Engineer
Cleveland, MS
12 Month Initial Contract
Pay: $45-55/hr Benefits Offered
Must Have: Automation and Mechanical experience
About the Position:
- This position is a key role in the our Devices focus factory. Primary focus will be on a new business startup.
- Initial project work to bring a new device production line will include -
- Installation/commissioning/debug of multiple new automated device assembly machines into existing cleanroom space.
- Provide / support equipment improvements within the change control process.
- Validation/Qualification activities for new assembly equipment and ancillary equipment.
- Assist Project Manager with required project planning, project controls, and procurement work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design/modify precision assembly and/or manufacturing equipment.
- Prepare estimates for various tasks and projects.
- Drive Continuous Improvement Activities.
- Interface with plant and corporate groups as well as contractors and vendors.
- Manage start-up, debug, and commission of new manufacturing processes.
- Provide higher-level troubleshooting and problem solving for various systems / issues pertaining to automated assembly equipment and systems.
- Provide technical support/troubleshooting for new device production line.
- Demonstrate proactive communication and problem solving.
- Responsible for adhering to FDA Design Control standards at all times.
- Responsible for adhering to and maintaining all department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), forms, and log books.
- Generate technical documents, reports, equipment specifications, and interpret technical drawings/schematics
Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience required (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Computer degrees are preferred)
- 2 year experience with programming/troubleshooting experience with automation controls, automated assembly, control systems, PLCs, HMIs, servos, and vision inspection systems is required.
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs & HMIs is required.
- 2 years Engineering / Manufacturing experience. FDA manufacturing preferred.
- Other preferred experience would include: Magnemotion conveyor system, ultrasonic welding, Staubli robots, Cognex and Keyence vision systems.
- Design software experience (like AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc.) is preferred.
- Lean Manufacturing skills and experience are a plus.
Salary : $45 - $55
