Shiseido Automation Technician

About Shiseido

Founded in 1872 in Tokyo’s Ginza district by Arinobu Fukuhara, Shiseido has evolved from Japan’s first Western-style private pharmacy into a global beauty leader. Rooted in Japanese aesthetics and scientific research, the house brings together skincare, makeup and fragrance through a distinctive dialogue between artistry and innovation. As an employer, Shiseido offers career paths spanning research and development, product creation, marketing, retail and corporate functions within an international environment. Its enduring pursuit of quality and thoughtful approach to beauty provide a compelling setting for professionals seeking to combine technical expertise, creative sensitivity and an appreciation of Japanese heritage.

Role & Responsibilities

• Perform all 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-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.
• Manage an assigned operation and complete related reporting, including parts-completion and downtime reports.
• Work effectively 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 required by the work area or tasks, which may include eye and hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves or additional protective clothing.

Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent technical training.

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; discretionary annual bonus.

Culture

Shiseido’s workplace culture draws on its Japanese heritage, combining scientific rigor, artistic sensitivity and meticulous attention to quality. As a global beauty group, it brings together diverse expertise in an international environment where collaboration between research, product development and brand teams helps translate innovation into distinctive beauty experiences.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.