Operational Automation Integrator

• Analyze current laboratory processes and collaborate with laboratory management and Lean SMEs to identify opportunities for automation, digitalization, and lean process improvements
• Apply lean principles to support the successful integration of automation soutions into existing laboratory workflows, minimizing operational disruption.
• Partner with automation engineers to connect new automated equipment to exisiting workflows, data systems, and reporting environments.
• Translate automation and operational requirements into integration specifications, including data flow definitions, interface behavior and reliability constraints.
• Develop and maintain documentation for automation systems, including schematics, SOPs, and training materials.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements in all automation projects
• Collaborate with IT to establish and maintain secure network connectivity, segmentation, performance, and cybersecurity standards supporting laboratory automation.
• Collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and cross-functional internal teams to drive automation projects to completion.
• Serve as a site Subject Matter Expert (SME) working closely with lean and automation engineers, IT and the laboratory operations to help resolve integration-related issues across instrumentation, network communication and data workflows.
• Act as the technical integration lead for laboratory automation initiatives, supporting PMO-driven projects from concept through implementation
• Develop tools to quantify labor savings, waste reduction, and carbon footprint impact resulting from projects.
• Ensure integrations comply with validation and qualification requirements defined by Quality Engineering
• Assist and consult with other Eurofins BPT sites in North America
• Collaborate with local college/university robotics teams to drive innovation and creative solutions.
• Attend Lean/Automation topic related conferences/networking forums and present on behalf of the company as applicable

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Automation or related technical field
• Minimum 3 years industry experience in Laboratory or manufacturing environments
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship 

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of scripting or lightweight programming, experience in validation or qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Familiarity with GMP standards and continuous improvement frameworks

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with additional hours, as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. 

 We offer excellent full-time benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical coverage,
• Life and disability insurance,
• 401(k) with company match,
• Paid holidays and vacation, 
• Dental and vision options.

 

 

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.