Electro-Mechanical Technician-MULTIPLE OPENINGS! (EG)

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs. With a 170-year history, we have a significant global research, development, manufacturing, and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries.

About the role

The Plant Maintenance team provides automation and electro-mechanical support for production machines and equipment, dedicated to keeping production moving with minimal downtime by troubleshooting and repairing equipment issues. This includes resolving mechanical and electrical problems and performing scheduled maintenance. This position entails working as a member of a team to perform and document troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance of high-speed manufacturing, injection molding, packaging, and sterilizing equipment. Other aspects may include project work, offline rebuild work, and training other technicians.

Schedule

Two work schedule options are available:

• Rotating Nights/Days Shift Schedule: Rotation follows a two-week pattern: M/T 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, W/Th off, F/S/Sun 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM, then M/T off, W/Th 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, F/S/Sun off.
• Night Shift Schedule: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM on a 2-2-3 schedule.

Shift Differential: An additional 15% of the employee's regular hourly rate will be paid for hours worked between 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM.

Responsibilities

• Work on a maintenance team alongside Operations technicians and Engineers in a cross-functional team setting to minimize machine downtime and improve line output.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and properly document machine issues.
• Diagnose PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)/HMI (Human Machine Interface) control systems software when possible.
• Perform and document preventative maintenance as required.
• Communicate machine issues/downtime to other shifts as well as supervisor/management.
• Assist with offline machine rebuilds or prep-work.
• Support plant manufacturing equipment systems under the direction of the Plant Maintenance Supervisor.
• Minimal travel may be required to support equipment build/integration and/or training.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent required; technical apprenticeship or Associates degree in a related electrical or mechanical field preferred (job experience may substitute for degree).
• Minimum 5 years in a technician role performing equipment repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotational shift schedule is required.
• Experience in a medical device or other regulated industry is beneficial.
• Attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment are essential.

Skills

• Knowledge of OSHA requirements and basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Understanding of cGMP and experience in a clean room environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and electrical prints.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and strong troubleshooting skills.
• PLC troubleshooting skills desirable.
• Programming/troubleshooting robots (SCARA, FANUC, Staubli, IAI) and servo motors desirable.
• Injection mold machine experience (electric and hydraulic) desirable.

Pay

The starting pay for this role is between $24.00 - $40.00 per hour. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.

Benefits

• Short-term and/or long-term incentives.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement program (select degrees).
• Company holidays, well-being benefits, sick time, floating holidays, and paid vacation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Sponsorship for an employment Visa is not available at this time.