Automation Technician at Sanofi in Pennsylvania

Automation Technician Location: Swiftwater, PA Job title: Automation Technician Location: Swiftwater, PA **Overtime, holidays, and weekends as per business needs** About the Job Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. We deliver healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. Your job, as an Automation Technician - Vaccine within our Metrology Team, will have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people. We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world. About Sanofi We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Main Responsibilities: This position will be responsible to provide support of all automated process control systems used in licensed manufacturing (including dedicated clean utilities) of the building that the Automation Site Support Manager has been assigned to. The position will be the Automation Site Support interface with Operations personnel, QA Compliance, Information Systems, Engineering, Maintenance and the site wide Automation Support technicians. The Automation technician must exhibit strong customer service and in-depth technical knowledge of process control systems and equipment used in biotech/ pharmaceutical manufacturing and utility systems. This position will support the highly complex automated systems installed in the new and existing manufacturing facilities, security and its support systems. Expected results from this position would include hands-on support of automated system in manufacturing, troubleshooting of automated process equipment and process systems, aiding in the investigation of process deviations and providing expertise for process evaluation. T The position will provide improved response time to failures in manufacturing and implement site automation standard procedures and Global Engineering Practices. About You Education / Experience: High School Diploma with 3+ years of experience in automation and electro-mechanical engineering background Associate degree preferred. Must have proven experience with the following automation service activities including: Understand Piping/Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) Read, troubleshoot and repair hard-wired control systems using schematic and wiring diagrams. Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting is required. The ability to make logical repair decisions. Comfortable working around industrial and commercial equipment The ability to work safely with electricity ranging from 120VAC-480VAC Knowledgeable with pneumatic, hydraulic and steam control systems Capable of troubleshooting, online and offline programming and configuring PLC ladder logic and HMI/ SCADA database and screens Capable of troubleshooting and configuring automation network systems Knowledgeable of field instrumentation including transmitters, actuators and signal converters Knowledgeable of IT/IS systems and equipment, NEC classifications and NEMA ratings Comfortable with the use of hand tools and measuring equipment Ability to use and navigate windows software Must have proven experience in hands-on programming and configuration of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) such as the following manufacturers hardware and software products: Hardware: Rockwell: PLCs, Panelview OITs Emerson: DeltaV Siemens: Simatic Schneider Electric Network protocols including Ethernet TCP/IP, OPC, Allen Bradley    DH+/DH485, and DNET, Metasys N1, N2, Software: Emerson Intellution: iFix Aveva: unified galaxy Emerson: DeltaV Rockwell: Studio 5000, Factory Talk view Siemens: WinCC Familiar with local and federal code requirements such as FDA CFR, NFPA/ NEC, OSHA, DEP, EPA and industry standards & guidelines including ISA, ISPE, GAMP5. Familiar with process and utility equipment such as fermentation, purification, clean steam generators, Water For Injection (WFI), Clean/ Sterilize In Place systems (CIP/ SIP) systems, Building HVAC controls, and water/wastewater treatment systems. A/I: Support maintenance standards for automation hardware installations and repairs I: Provide technical feedback on IoT setup to ensure stable integration I: Inform project requirements and task progress for resource planning A: Document and verify compliance during routine maintenance I: Report improvement areas based on performance observations D: Decide on immediate troubleshooting steps and escalate complex issues as needed Why Choose Us? Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave. Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. #GD-SP ​ #LI-SP #LI-Onsite #vhd Pursue progress, discover extraordinary Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com! US and Puerto Rico Residents Only Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. North America Applicants Only The salary range for this position is: $36.81 - $49.08 All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.