Lead Technician, Automation & Instrumentation

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and execute instrumentation and calibration activities, ensuring tasks are properly allocated and completed as per the respective task lists and schedules.

• Manage breakdown maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation and automation systems, ensuring timely restoration and minimizing equipment downtime.

• Identify recurring equipment/instrument failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve reliability and minimize breakdowns.

• Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers for external calibration, maintenance, and technical support activities in compliance with site safety requirements and procedures.

• Initiate and follow up on Purchase Requisitions (PRs) for calibration, maintenance, spare parts, and external service requirements.

• Review and verify vendor service reports and calibration reports/certificates for completeness, technical accuracy, and compliance with applicable requirements.

• Prepare, review, and update Work Instructions (WIs), maintenance procedures, and calibration-related documentation.

• Ensure instrumentation and calibration activities are performed in accordance with site safety norms, quality requirements, and established procedures.

• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

• Maintain effective coordination with internal stakeholders, engineering teams, operations, and external service providers to ensure timely completion of instrumentation and automation activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering/ Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering/ Instrumentation & Control Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

• 4-7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, maintenance, or similar technical role.

• Professional certifications in relevant technical areas preferred

• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, tooling, and equipment maintenance

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation

• Experience with calibration, preventive maintenance, and GMP/GEP compliance

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and automated systems

• Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (ISO, GMP)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for training and mentoring technicians

• Proficiency with maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office applications

• Experience with PLCs, control systems, and automated equipment preferred

• Ability to work rotating shifts and respond to emergency calls when needed

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in manufacturing environment

• Demonstrated commitment to safety protocols and procedures

• Strong organizational and time management skills