The Automation Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, validating, and supporting laboratory automation systems that enable efficient and compliant laboratory operations. This role serves as the primary first-line automation support resource and works closely with laboratory operations, quality, engineering, and external vendors.
Responsibilities
Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration, and operational checks on automation systems.
Troubleshoot automation hardware, software, instrumentation, and process issues to minimize downtime.
Support installation, setup, qualification, and validation of new automation platforms and equipment upgrades.
Assist with investigations, root cause analyses, deviation reviews, and corrective actions.
Maintain automated liquid handling systems, robotic platforms, thermal control devices, and laboratory instrumentation.
Configure automation software, execute methods, perform backups, and support approved programming modifications.
Maintain maintenance, calibration, validation, and change control documentation.
Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and vendors to support equipment reliability and performance.
Monitor automation system performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, and data integrity requirements.
Stay current with evolving laboratory automation technologies.
Support standardization and deployment of automation solutions across multiple laboratory sites.
Essential Skills
Minimum 3 years supporting an automation environment.
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting automated equipment.
Automation, PLC programming, filler machine, Ladder Logic Programming.
Electro-Mechanical Troubleshooting (Motors, Sensors, Gearboxes, Pneumatics).
PLC & Controls Diagnostics (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, HMI).
Preventive Maintenance (PMs), Equipment Reliability & Root Cause Analysis.
Robotics, Electrical, conveyor systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Validation and qualification experience.
Change control and deviation management knowledge.
Exposure to regulated laboratory environments.
Familiarity with laboratory automation workflows.
Experience supporting validated systems and computerized laboratory equipment.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent documentation practices.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Effective cross-functional communication.
Ability to work independently while supporting larger teams.
Work Environment
Frequent walking in laboratory and production environments. Lifting and moving equipment components. Use of hand tools and computerized instrumentation. Reaching, stooping, bending, and working in confined spaces. Working around elevated areas. Combination of standing, walking, and seated work. The organization offers a strong culture focused on collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability, providing exposure to cutting-edge laboratory automation, robotics, diagnostics, and medical technology. The role offers opportunities for ongoing technical development, training, and career growth, allowing you to make a direct impact on healthcare quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mebane, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mebane,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.
About Actalent
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