Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.POSITION SUMMARYElectrical Automation Technician maintains, repairs, installs, and upgrades automated equipment and systems in a pharmaceutical/biomedical environment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Determine corrective actions when responding to equipment trouble callsCommunicate to relevant manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance, and maintenance department regarding the status of equipment-systems and time frame required to complete maintenance tasksPerforms both scheduled and unplanned work on a wide variety of electrical, electro-mechanical, controller and PLC based equipment and systemsSupports implementation of upgrades and new engineering/maintenance projectsTakes necessary steps to correct or report equipment malfunctions or unsafe operational practicesDisassembles and repair electronic/instrumentation equipmentTakes necessary actions to ensure equipment and/or environment is safe and consistent with relevant laws, codes and/or governing policesPerform equipment changeovers and sanitation activitiesWorks on short- and long-term projects individually or as a team member as directedPerform inspections and preventive maintenance of process control instrumentation.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS & EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.· High school diploma or GED required, Associates degree in a relevant technical field preferred· 2 years of related hands-on experience in maintenance of manufacturing/production equipment preferably in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated environment.· Basic knowledge and maintenance experience in robotics, PLCs, PLC networks, drives, motor controls, sensors, automation components, control instrumentation, proportional valves, servo controls, SCADA, HMI, etc.· Perform basic troubleshoot base on electrical drawings and PLC program documentation.· Able to interpret basic electrical codes in order to help meet compliance/legal/safety requirements· Basic knowledge and experience in the use of hand tools, personal safety equipment and electronic measurement tools including AVO meter, Meggar, circuit tracer, signal generator, etc.· Able to handle basic power tools and shop equipment· Positive attitude to work in fast paced, team-oriented environment· Good verbal and written communication skillsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS· Ability to lift /move up to 50 pounds.· Ability to stand for extended periods - up to four (4) hours at a time.· Manual dexterity to perform all job functions.The estimated pay scale for the Electrical Automation Technician role based in Los Angeles, CA, is $34 - $36/per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!*This job description is accurate at the date of publication and may change over time. It is not intended as an exhaustive description of the job. Other duties may be assigned and qualifications required may change.Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic or status protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with arrests or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.Learn more about Grifols ( ID: 518433Type: Regular Full-TimeJob Category: Maintenance / General Services / Facilities