Shiseido Automation Maintenance Technician

East Windsor New Jersey USA

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Nov 2, 2026

Shiseido seeks an Automation Technician for its manufacturing and packaging facility in East Windsor, New Jersey. The technician operates, adjusts and troubleshoots automated production lines while supporting safety, quality, efficiency and reporting requirements; the position may include a discretionary annual bonus and benefits.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Perform duties in accordance with company and site-specific safety policies and procedures.
  • Run automated production lines, including robotics, HMI screens, conveyors and automated packaging equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and correct material-flow issues in systems.
  • Troubleshoot basic mechanical, electrical and computer-system issues, escalating as appropriate.
  • Set up equipment and verify its functionality and safety.
  • Operate production lines and equipment, including safety start-up, clearing jams, manual operations and format changes.
  • Troubleshoot and make process adjustments to improve run time.
  • Conduct changeovers and equipment adjustments without mechanical support.
  • Achieve required efficiency and throughput on automated lines.
  • Measure and record data associated with equipment operation.
  • Run the assigned operation and complete reporting, including parts-completion and downtime reports.
  • Work in a team environment.
  • Support departmental and organizational goals and objectives.
  • Follow all GMP and safety requirements.
  • Perform other duties as needed to support the organization’s vision, mission and values.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent technical training.
  • Ability to communicate in English, verbally and in writing.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Basic mechanical skills.
  • Ability to understand and read HMI faults and troubleshooting information.
  • Understanding of PLC ladder logic.
  • Understanding of SMED.
  • Ability to understand and integrate equipment parameters.
  • Practical attitude and ability to learn new skills.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required, including eye and hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves or additional protective clothing.

Skills

Basic math Basic mechanical skills HMI fault reading and troubleshooting PLC ladder logic SMED Equipment parameter integration Automated production line operation Troubleshooting Equipment setup and adjustment Production reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent technical training.

Workplace

This position is based in East Windsor, New Jersey, USA, within easy reach of New York City.

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Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; paid time off; paid volunteer days; paid company holidays; paid parental leave; 401(k) with 6% company match; talent development and learning programs; internal and international mobility; product discounts and annual gratis; employee-led affinity groups; tuition reimbursement; and eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus.

About Cerulean

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Shiseido Automation Maintenance Technician

East Windsor, USA

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