Maintenance Technician III

Maintenance Technician III - 3rd Shift
Work Location: 9940 Mesa Rim Road, San Diego, CA 92121, USA
Pay Rate: $36.31/hour
Initial Duration: 6 months, with potential for extension or conversion
Shift: 9:30 PM 5:30 AM

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician III is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and supporting complex automated manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliable production output. This role requires strong technical expertise across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, controls, and automation systems, as well as the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and support complex automated manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production output.

Monitor equipment performance, cycle times, and production metrics to support OEE and operational targets.

Perform preventive maintenance activities and maintain accurate documentation within the CMMS (Maximo).

Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, controls, and automation-related equipment issues.

Utilize technical manuals, schematics, diagnostic software, precision tools, and test equipment to support equipment operation and reliability.

Analyze equipment data and performance trends to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.

Follow all applicable safety procedures and use required safety devices when performing maintenance and troubleshooting activities.

Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, and equipment history records to support compliance, traceability, and quality system requirements.

Read, interpret, and follow technical documentation, work instructions, schematics, and verbal directions.

Utilize electronic data collection systems, manufacturing software, and equipment interfaces to support operations and troubleshooting.

Prioritize maintenance and troubleshooting activities based on production impact, equipment criticality, and business needs.

Maintain cross-training across multiple manufacturing processes and equipment platforms.

Support investigations and resolution of equipment-related process and product nonconformances.

Represent the company professionally during audits, inspections, and facility tours by demonstrating technical expertise and adherence to established procedures.

Support company initiatives and comply with the Quality Management System (QMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), FDA requirements, and other applicable regulatory standards.

Maintain effective communication and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Quality, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure reliable manufacturing operations.

Document all maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and corrective actions performed on manufacturing equipment.

Assess and document the impact of completed maintenance and repair activities on production operations, equipment performance, and the validated state of equipment.

Ensure appropriate reviews, approvals, and documentation are completed in accordance with quality system requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required.

Technical diploma, technical degree, certification, or vocational training in Electronics, Automation, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required.

2 4+ years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting electronic, electrical, or automated production equipment in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment preferred.

Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving complex automated manufacturing equipment.

Strong hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, controls, and automation systems.

Experience using technical documentation, schematics, diagnostic tools, precision instruments, and test equipment to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.

Experience working in GMP, ISO, FDA-regulated, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments preferred.

Ability to work independently as the primary technical resource on a shift while collaborating effectively with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams.

Demonstrated ability to assess equipment issues, prioritize competing demands, and make sound technical decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Experience analyzing equipment performance data and trends to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Knowledge of equipment maintenance documentation practices, including evaluating and documenting the impact of repairs, modifications, and troubleshooting activities on production operations and the validated state of equipment.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information effectively across multiple organizational levels.

Strong organizational, prioritization, follow-up, and attention-to-detail skills.

Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance and work scheduled overtime as required.

Experience working in a matrixed and cross-functional business environment preferred.