Lab Instrumentation & Automation Technician

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Lab Instrumentation & Automation Technician

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Reliability & Maintenance

• Maintain POLAB systems, automated sampling systems, XRF, XRD, and laboratory testing equipment.

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.

• Diagnose equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and spare parts inventories.

• Track downtime, maintenance history, and reliability metrics.

• Provide after-hours, on-call support to troubleshoot and repair critical laboratory and automation equipment, ensuring minimal downtime for continuous QA/QC operations.

Mechanical Systems Support

• Perform precision measurements using calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, and related tools.

• Interpret mechanical drawings and technical documentation.

• Disassemble, repair, modify, and reassemble laboratory equipment.

• Coordinate fabrication of obsolete or discontinued parts through machine shops.

• Safely utilize hand tools, power tools, and maintenance shop equipment.

Electrical & Controls Support

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Utilize digital multimeters and test equipment to diagnose electrical issues.

• Troubleshoot printed circuit boards and electronic components.

• Support automation systems and laboratory control equipment.

• Coordinate with electrical maintenance personnel for plant-level repairs.

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

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