Elevate Automation Technician

North Carolina, NC, US • Posted 9 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago
Contract Independent
Contract W2
On-site
$28.00 - $32.00/hr
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Skills

  • Manufacturing Support
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Reporting
  • Standard Operating Procedure
  • Process Improvement
  • Training
  • Mechatronics
  • Electronics
  • Electrical Systems
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Documentation
  • Military
  • Network
  • HMIS
  • Sensors
  • Robotics
  • Allen-Bradley
  • Siemens
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Programmable Logic Controller
  • HMI
  • Pharmaceutics
  • GMP
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Operational Excellence
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Manufacturing
  • Mechanical Engineering

Summary

Job Title: Associate Automation Technician (Parenteral Manufacturing Support)

Location: Concord, NC

Shift: Day Shift (2-2-3 schedule)

Compensation: $28-32/hr

Overview

We are seeking an Associate Automation Technician to support automated manufacturing operations in a highly regulated production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for entry level candidates, military veterans, technical school graduates, or individuals with hands-on manufacturing experience looking to launch a career in industrial automation and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

The Associate Automation Technician will work alongside experienced technicians, engineers, and maintenance personnel to support production equipment, troubleshoot basic automation issues, and ensure manufacturing operations run safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with the operation and monitoring of automated manufacturing equipment
  • Support production line setup, equipment changeovers, and batch execution activities
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems
  • Escalate complex equipment issues to senior technicians or engineering teams
  • Monitor equipment performance and report abnormalities or downtime events
  • Support preventive maintenance and routine equipment inspections
  • Maintain accurate documentation of production and maintenance activities
  • Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures
  • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and standard operating procedures
  • Participate in process improvement and operational excellence initiatives
  • Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to support daily operations

Required Qualifications
  • Associate degree, technical diploma, military training, or equivalent hands-on experience in one of the following:
    • Industrial Automation
    • Mechatronics
    • Electronics Technology
    • Mechanical Technology
    • Manufacturing Technology
    • Electrical Systems
    • Industrial Maintenance
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing equipment, mechanical systems, or automation controls
  • Ability to troubleshoot equipment using logical problem-solving techniques
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Comfortable working in a production environment and following established procedures
  • Ability to work day or night shifts, including a rotating 2-2-3 schedule
  • Proficiency with basic computer applications and electronic documentation systems

Preferred Qualifications
  • Internship, co-op, military, or manufacturing experience
  • Familiarity with Network troubleshooting and fundamentals
  • Exposure to PLCs, HMIs, sensors, robotics, conveyors, vision systems, or automated equipment
  • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, food & beverage, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing environments
  • Familiarity with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar automation platforms
  • Understanding of GMP, quality, or compliance-driven operations

What You'll Learn
  • Automated manufacturing operations
  • Industrial automation troubleshooting
  • PLC and HMI fundamentals
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
  • GMP and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Continuous improvement and operational excellence methodologies
  • Equipment reliability and preventive maintenance practices

Career Growth

This role provides a defined pathway into positions such as:
  • Automation Technician
  • Manufacturing Technician
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Controls Technician
  • Automation Specialist
  • Manufacturing Engineer


Candidates with a strong mechanical aptitude, technical curiosity, and desire to learn automation technologies are encouraged to apply.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10110651
  • Position Id: a1Wcv000001654TEAQ
  • Posted 9 hours ago

Company Info

About Brooksource

Here at Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have established and maintained long-lasting relationships with our clients and consultants to create an unparalleled experience. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT solutions for Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our Workforce Transformation program. As a certified partner for Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and many other technology alliances, we are looking for professionals who want to be on the frontline of the latest trends in the industry.

We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement consultant opportunities, to provide a career path that can meet anyone's desires. The job search is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We know a successful partnership requires a good fit. Your personality, experience, and skill set are all important, contributing factors to that partnership. You can count on us to take the time to understand the type of technical and cultural fit that is right for you. As a Brooksource consultant, you will be provided with a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive compensation, and even paid time off!

Cyber Security Warning: Please be aware that all official Brooksource communications will ONLY come from emails displayed as [name]@brooksource.com. The use of any other domains is NOT an official Brooksource employee and could be fraudulent.

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks: 

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. 

 Pay Disclaimer: 

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Partnerships:

  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Cloud Platform
  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Data Analytics
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Platform
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Security
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Application Development
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Center
  • AWS Partner
  • Salesforce Partner
  • Salesforce – Authorized Training Provider
  • Salesforce Talent Alliance Employer
  • Tableau Services Partner
  • Snowflake Partner
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Services Partner

Awards (Extended):

  • Best Places to Work 2022, Charlotte Business Journal, 2022
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2021
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2020
  • Best Places to Work in Charlotte (#8 Small Business), Charlotte Business Journal, 2019
  • 2019 Best Places Work in Kentucky, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2019
  • Top Workplaces, Indy Star, 2019
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2019
  • Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, Best & Brightest, 2018
  • Top Work Places, Indy Star, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work in Kentucky (Small/Medium), Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management State Council and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2018
  • Milwaukee’s 2018 Best And Brightest Companies To Work For, Milwaukee's Best and Brightest Place to Work, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2017
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2016
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, The Indianapolis Star, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, Indianapolis Star, 2015
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2015
  • Best Places to Work Atlanta, Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2014
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