Second Shift Controls Technician

Second-Shift Automation Engineering Technician We are seeking an Automation Engineering Technician to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing team in the Columbus, OH area.

This role supports calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automation and process control equipment within a clean, regulated environment.

What you'll do + Perform calibration of instruments including pressure, airflow, temperature, and related process controls + Troubleshoot and maintain electrical and automation systems to ensure reliable operation + Support PLC and HMI troubleshooting, primarily Allen-Bradley systems + Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and complete corrective actions + Document maintenance and calibration activities within internal systems + Assist with process improvements and equipment reliability initiatives What we're looking for + 2+ years of electrical troubleshooting experience + Experience with instrumentation calibration and manufacturing equipment + PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley preferred) + Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability + Associate's degree in Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering preferred Work environment + Clean, climate-controlled pharmaceutical facility + 2nd shift (Sunday-Thursday, 3:00 PM-11:30 PM) + Team-oriented environment with opportunities to build technical skills Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/hr.

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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

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