Automation Technician - Night Shift

bioMerieux Inc.
$38.00 and $50.00
retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Durham
100 Rodolphe Street (Show on map)
Dec 02, 2025
Description Position Summary Requires advanced knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Responsibilities typically include: working under limited supervision for non-routine situations and may be responsible for leading daily operations. Training, delegating, and reviewing the work of lower-level employees. Problems are typically difficult and non-routine but not complex. Primary Duties Diagnose and troubleshoot automation equipment, including PLCs and SCADA systems. Design and implement modifications to control systems under general guidelines or independently. Execute repairs and implement modifications to enhance safety and reduce costs. Collaborate with management to support manufacturing operations and business continuity. Conduct failure investigations and document findings for automation issues. Maintain compliance with quality systems while optimizing manufacturing processes. Conduct complex diagnostic tests and root cause analysis for system failures. Participate in planning and executing system upgrades and expansions. Make recommendations for process optimization and efficiency improvements. Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Education High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required. Qualifications 5+ years of experience maintaining and/or troubleshooting automated systems in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for automation systems. Ability to work under limited supervision and handle non-routine situations. Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation equipment. Problem-solving and root cause analysis for system failures. Ability to collaborate effectively with management and cross-functional teams. Working Conditions Ability to remain in stationary position, often standing, for prolonged periods. Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and similar structures. Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day. Ability to operate heavy machinery. Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions. Domestic travel required: 0%. International travel required: 0%. Typical manufacturing environment with exposure to automated equipment. The estimated salary range for this role is between $38.00 and $50.00. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux's bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate's experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer. In addition, bioMerieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include: * A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options * Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance * Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance * Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match. * Adoption Assistance * Wellness Programs * Employee Assistance Program * Commuter Benefits * Various voluntary benefit offerings * Discount programs * Parental leaves #biojobs Please be aware that recruitment related scams are on the rise. Fraudulent job postings are being placed on other websites, and individuals posing as bioMerieux Talent Acquisition team members are reaching out via email or text message in an attempt to collect your personal and confidential information. In some cases, these scammers are also conducting bogus interviews prior to extending fraudulent offers of employment. Beware of individuals reaching out using general phone numbers and non-bioMerieux email domains (i.e. Hotmail.com, Gmail.com, Yahoo.com, etc.). If you are concerned that an interview experience or offer of employment might be a scam, please make sure you are searching for the posting on our careers site https://careers.biomerieux.com/ or contact us at [emailprotected]. BioMerieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 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