Automation Controls Technician
Becton Dickinson · Sumter
Manufacturing OperationsFull-timeCompany career page
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Role summary
Becton Dickinson seeks an Automation Controls Technician to support and maintain automated manufacturing systems at its Sumter, South Carolina facility. The role involves hands-on work with electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, along with PLC troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to optimize production equipment.
What they're looking for
- High school diploma or GED plus minimum 4 years of electronics, industrial, or manufacturing experience
- Associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Electronics, or related technical field (highly preferred)
- Proficiency in schematic analysis, wiring diagram interpretation, and Ohm's Law application
- Foundational PLC programming knowledge and ladder logic interpretation skills
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities for cross-functional collaboration
What you'll be doing
- Setup, maintain, and calibrate electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems on production equipment
- Execute preventive maintenance tasks per established schedules and document all maintenance activities
- Diagnose and resolve equipment malfunctions using technical documentation and troubleshooting knowledge
- Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams on process improvements and equipment optimization
- Maintain accurate equipment logs, quality documentation, and compliance records for regulatory requirements
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