Automation Technician

$30 - $35 per hour

Direct Placement

Skilled Trades

Williamsport, PA, 17701

Job ID: 

29515137

Automation Technician

Pay: Approximately $30–$35/hour, based on experience
Shift: 12-hour nights, 5:30 PM–6:00 AM
Schedule: 2-2-3-2 rotation
Training: Day shift for approximately 6 months before transitioning to nights
Travel: Approximately 10%

Keep Advanced Automation Running. Build Your Skills.

Nesco Resource is seeking an experienced Automation Technician to support a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer specializing in life-enhancing injectable medicines. This is an opportunity to work hands-on with automated production equipment, robotics, and electrical controls in a highly automated manufacturing environment. If you have a strong electrical background and enjoy troubleshooting complex machinery, this could be the opportunity for you!

What You’ll Do

  • Troubleshoot and maintain automated production and assembly equipment.

  • Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and controls-related equipment issues.

  • Work with PLC-controlled equipment, including Allen-Bradley systems.

  • Troubleshoot automation components such as sensors, motors, drives, and wiring.

  • Read and interpret electrical prints, schematics, and equipment documentation.

  • Support robotic systems and automated manufacturing processes.

  • Assist with equipment repairs, adjustments, and improvements to minimize downtime.

  • Work with engineering and production teams to improve equipment performance and reliability.

  • Follow established safety, quality, and housekeeping procedures.

What We’re Looking For

  • Hands-on experience with industrial automation, electrical controls, or automated manufacturing equipment.

  • Strong electrical troubleshooting skills.

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics.

  • Experience with PLC-controlled equipment; Allen-Bradley experience is highly desirable.

  • Familiarity with robotics, automated assembly equipment, or electromechanical systems.

  • Mechanical troubleshooting skills.

  • Mitsubishi PLC, pneumatics, hydraulics, or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive pay based on experience, approximately $30–$35/hour.

  • Opportunity to work with advanced automation and robotic equipment.

  • Work alongside an established maintenance and automation team.

  • Opportunity to develop technical skills in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Ready to take your automation career to the next level? Apply today!

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Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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