Lead Maintenance Technician

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Piramal Pharma Solutions

Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing  organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing  solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.  

This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery  Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial  Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer  specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs  and Antibody Drug Conjugation.  

Our capability as an integrated service provider  & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and  Generic companies worldwide.  

For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

Job Title

Lead Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Under minimal supervision, the Lead Maintenance Technician is responsible for setting up, operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing manufacturing and support equipment within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role provides technical leadership to the maintenance team, supports equipment reliability initiatives, coordinates maintenance activities, assists with technician training, and ensures equipment operates safely and efficiently to support production objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and optimize manufacturing equipment, utility systems, and associated machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate and provide technical guidance to Maintenance Technicians and production personnel.
• Oversee and support repairs performed by external service providers and contractors.
• Evaluate equipment modifications and recommend improvements to enhance reliability, safety, and performance.
• Assist in the selection, installation, qualification, and startup of new equipment.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on equipment operation, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance practices, and safety procedures.
• Support the development and execution of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Evaluate OEM replacement parts and identify opportunities for cost savings and equipment improvements.
• Assist with spare parts inventory management and maintenance planning activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Development teams to address equipment and process issues.
• Review equipment modifications and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment documentation within the CMMS system.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
• Support audits, inspections, equipment qualifications, and validation activities as required.
• Assist other departments with maintenance-related activities as needed.
• Follow all Piramal Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical Trade School certification in Mechanical Maintenance, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, or related field preferred.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, food, chemical, or related industrial environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production equipment and facility systems.
• Previous experience providing technical guidance, mentoring, or leadership support preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation.
• Experience utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and training abilities.
• Self-directed, dependable, flexible, and highly motivated.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 300 pounds with appropriate assistance and equipment.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, reach, climb, and work around manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate tools, equipment, and controls.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be capable of working safely around chemicals and manufacturing equipment.

Work Environment

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to moving mechanical equipment, noise, dust, cleaning agents, and manufacturing materials.
• May require overtime, weekend work, or emergency call-in support based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Experience leading maintenance projects or coordinating maintenance activities.
• Technical certifications related to industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, or electrical systems.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives.