Automation Technician - Night Shift

Company Description

At medmix, our team is focused on a single mission, to provide innovative solutions that help millions of people live healthier and more confident lives. Join us to expand your career opportunities in a high growth business, where your unique skills are valued.  

We are looking for a Automation Technician - Night Shift, to join us at medmix. This exciting opportunity will allow you use your skills to identify areas of improvement and propose recommendations to management. You will lead and drive the implementation of your recommendations and assess its impact to the business. If you are eager to learn, strive for personal development, are highly motivated and organized, and a great communicator, you can help us drive medmix to the next level.  

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Production Supervisor, this position will maintain assembly machines, hot foil printer and wiper insertion machines, assist with planned  maintenance, troubleshoot unplanned machine malfunctions and resolve, institute machine safety improvements, lead performance improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operations.

 Main accountabilities and tasks 

• To be able to work safely and follow all safety guidelines. 
• Able to stand and work a 12-hour, rotating night shift. 
• Work with a variety of automation equipment – Rotary and in line indexing assembly machines, hot foil printing machines, pad printing machines and some robotics.
• Maintain and monitor automation systems to ensure product quality and process compliance.
• Perform change overs of automation equipment. 
• Trouble shoot, identify root cause, and execute repairs as necessary.
• Fill out production reports accurately and legibly. 
• Working on a team to improve the efficiency and quality of the operations.
• Able to stand and work a 12-hour night shift.
• Capable of lifting a 30-pound box using safe lifting technique and able to work on and around machinery using tools in a safe manner.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical principles, practical troubleshooting, fabrication, process theory in plastics & robotic systems.
• Maintain a clean and organized manufacturing area and use cleaning tools & devices.
• Fill in for machine operators during breaks and lunch as necessary.
• Work with other people in a respectful manner.
• Proactively engage and support company initiative designed to promote a culture of safe working, environmental protection, and continual improvement

Qualifications

Work experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience working with automation equipment in a manufacturing environment preferred    

Education:  High School diploma or GED equivalent. Secondary technical training desired.   Other: 

• Ability to assertively and efficiently multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Simple control systems wiring and programing a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office suite, Excel, and e-mail systems

Physical requirements

In order to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation, the employee must be able to see, hear, talk, and use hands and fingers to operate computer hardware and peripherals. The work environment for this position will expose the employee to seasonal environmental temperatures and to loud noise in the warehouse areas. Employee should be able to lift a box up to 30 lbs. using safe lifting technique. 

Additional Information

Benefits we offer:

• An innovative, vibrant and agile culture 
• Growth opportunities in a globally successful and dynamic business on a growth trajectory
• Opportunity to for hybrid or remote work schedule 
• Excellent employee benefits including
  • Up to three (3) weeks of paid time off beginning your first year
  • Twelve (12) company paid holidays per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • medmix Employee Savings Plan / 401k with 100% employer match up to 6% of your annual base salary
  • Eligible to receive additional non-elective 401k contributions on a quarterly basis
  • Employee Assistance Program that provides you and your family with access to legal and financial advice, WorkLife coaches, Wellness coaches and counseling services 
  • Access to a wide range of discounts on shopping, entertainment and lifestyle

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

medmix is an equal oppor