Automation Technician

At VIATRIS, we see healthcare not as it is but as it should be. We act courageously and are uniquely positioned to be a source of stability in a world of evolving healthcare needs.

Viatris empowers people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life.

We do so via:

• Access - Providing high quality trusted medicines regardless of geography or circumstance;

• Leadership - Advancing sustainable operations and innovative solutions to improve patient health; and

• Partnership - Leveraging our collective expertise to connect people to products and services.

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here's how the Automation Technician role will make an impact:

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Accountable for providing controls, software and instrumentation technical support to process equipment, facilities and utilities.

• Support site by providing a good knowledge and understanding of electrical control systems, principles, and procedures.

• Assist the development and implementation of strategic efforts such as Control Systems Design Specifications, (SOO) Sequence of Operations, PID's and (RCA) Root Cause Analysis.

• Review, update and approve Control Systems (Hardware, Software, DCS, PLC, SCADA, HMI Screens), equipment standards and User Requirement Specifications (URS).

• Program PLC, DCS and HMI applications for automated process equipment and environmental using software such as: Foxboro, Siemens, Honeywell, Rockwell RSLogix , RSLogix 500 Series, Omron, Panelbuilder 32 and RS View, Wonderware and Factory Talk ME.

• Support projects related to design, commissioning, and performance improvement of automated equipment. Actively participate and support equipment troubleshooting and/or plant shutdown activities.

• Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria in making and proposing improvements and modifications to automated systems.

• Provide technical support to Validation, Automation, Manufacturing and Quality Assurance with technical assessments, troubleshooting and investigation reports (IR's). Perform revisions to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), as required.

• Learn and comply with company policies and requirements of regulatory agencies.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

The minimum qualifications for this role are:

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) is required. Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from 2-year College or technical school is preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of related experience is required.

At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.

Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.