- Location
- 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 role operates and troubleshoots automated production lines, performs changeovers and equipment adjustments, and supports safety, quality, efficiency, and reporting. The position is identified as third shift; the compensation package may include a discretionary annual bonus, alongside comprehensive 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 system material-flow issues.
- Troubleshoot basic mechanical, electrical, and computer systems issues, escalating as appropriate.
- Set up equipment and verify its functionality and safety.
- Operate production lines and equipment, including safety startup, 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.
- Manage the operation and its 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.
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 by the work area or tasks, including eye and hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, or additional protective clothing.
Skills
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.
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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.
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