Job description

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, reliability, and operation of utility systems, chillers, boilers, waste management systems, and manufacturing support equipment. Reporting to a Maintenance Manager, Supervisor, or Lead, you will perform preventive and corrective maintenance while supporting manufacturing operations in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on utility systems, aseptic formulation/filling equipment, packaging equipment, autoclaves, parts washers, and other GMP and non-GMP systems.
• Ensure equipment remains compliant with GMP requirements by working closely with Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Troubleshoot, test, repair, and optimize equipment to minimize downtime and maximize system reliability.
• Maintain inventory recommendations for equipment spare parts.
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives within the maintenance program.
• Respond to equipment and facility alarms for assigned systems and areas.
• Execute maintenance activities with minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.
• Support contract service providers and assist contractors performing maintenance work.
• Assist with the startup, commissioning, and turnover of new equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with fellow technicians and cross-functional teams to support operational goals.

Required skills

• High school diploma with at least 1 year of relevant industry experience, or an associate degree in a relevant technical discipline with no prior experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of maintenance disciplines; experience in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude for maintaining and repairing utility equipment.
• Experience responding to equipment and facility alarms.
• Exposure to control systems such as PLCs, automation systems, or similar industrial control technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in an industrial environment.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize daily maintenance activities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and management levels.

Preferred skills

• Experience working in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting aseptic manufacturing, packaging, or utility systems.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and equipment reliability programs.
• Experience supporting equipment commissioning, startup, and validation activities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a cross-functional team.