Automation Technician, 2nd Shift

Perrigo Company plc

. Troubleshoot, maintain, and support automation, controls, instrumentation, and electrical systems .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeBronx • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42 - $52 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining automation, controls, and electrical systems within a manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements. Proficient in supporting and optimizing industrial automation technologies, including PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PLC ProgrammingHMI DevelopmentSCADA Systems SupportGMP ComplianceIndustrial Automation Experience

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Hard Skills

Automation SystemsElectrical SystemsInstrumentationTroubleshootingPreventive MaintenanceValidation ActivitiesChange Control ProcessesData Integrity PrinciplesRoot Cause AnalysisContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Allen-Bradley/RockwellSiemensSchneider ElectricCognex Vision SystemsKeyence Vision SystemsOptel Serialization SystemsUniversal RobotsBuilding Management SystemsIndustrial NetworksTechnical Documentation

Industry Keywords

FDA-Regulated ManufacturingPharmaceutical IndustryMedical Device IndustryConsumer Health IndustryManufacturing Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Troubleshoot, maintain, and support automation, controls, instrumentation, and electrical systems
Provide technical support for packaging, bulk manufacturing, facility, and utility equipment
Perform troubleshooting and approved modifications to PLC, HMI, SCADA, and automation applications
Support Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Cognex and Keyence vision systems, Optel serialization systems, and Universal Robots
Support Building Management Systems, industrial networks, system backups, technical documentation, disaster recovery, and change control activities
Assist with startup, commissioning, validation, optimization, and integration of new equipment and automation technologies
Participate in root cause investigations, reliability improvements, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain compliance with GMP, safety, data integrity, and regulatory requirements
Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and system integrators
Work 2nd shift from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
Minimum 3-5 years of experience supporting industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment
Experience with industrial control systems and automation technologies, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), instrumentation, drives, industrial networks, and communication protocols
Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider Electric, machine vision systems, serialization systems, robotics, and automated manufacturing equipment
Experience working in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment, including pharmaceutical, medical device, consumer health, or other regulated industries
Knowledge of GMP requirements, change control processes, validation activities, and data integrity principles preferred
All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Benefits tailored to supporting you and your family
Career development opportunities
Inclusive, collaborative culture
Equal opportunity employment