Maintenance Technician Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Job Title: Maintenance Technician – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Athens, GA)
Location: Athens, GA (Onsite)
Duration: 10 Months
Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM (2nd Shift)
Job Type: Contract

About Sigma, Inc. (Staffing Agency)
Sigma, Inc. is a trusted staffing agency specializing in placing highly skilled professionals in key roles within the pharmaceutical and manufacturing industries. We partner with leading organizations to deliver experienced talent for maintenance, engineering, and operational excellence. As a staffing agency, we provide candidates with rewarding contract opportunities, competitive compensation, and the chance to contribute to high-performance production environments.

Position Overview: Maintenance Technician
Sigma, Inc. is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for one of our clients, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Athens, GA. This 12-month contract role offers an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals to support equipment reliability, utilities maintenance, and system performance in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
   o Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of manufacturing and utility systems.
   o Ensure optimal performance and reliability of plant equipment and systems.
   o Execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
2. Utilities & Systems Support:
   o Maintain and support systems including clean utilities, HVAC, and cleanroom environments.
   o Work on power plant utilities and high purity water (HPW) systems.
   o Support continuous operation of critical manufacturing infrastructure.
3. Equipment Operation & Reliability:
   o Troubleshoot and maintain boilers, steam systems, and compressed air systems.
   o Operate and maintain chillers, cooling towers, and process chilled water systems.
   o Ensure proper functioning of RO/DI, clean steam, generators, and electrical systems.
4. Compliance & Safety:
   o Adhere to Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards and company policies.
   o Follow GMP and regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical environment.
   o Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and logs.
5. Continuous Improvement:
   o Identify equipment issues and recommend improvements.
   o Support initiatives to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency.
   o Participate in ongoing training and skill development.

Qualifications:

• Education:
o High School Diploma with 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably pharmaceutical.
OR
o Associate’s or Technical Degree in a relevant field with 2+ years of experience in manufacturing (pharma preferred).

• Experience:
o Hands-on experience in plant utilities and maintenance systems.
o Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments preferred.

• Technical Skills:
o Knowledge of boilers, steam systems, and compressed air systems.
o Experience with centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, and chilled water systems.
o Familiarity with RO/DI systems, HPW, and clean steam systems.
o Working knowledge of generators and electrical systems.
o Understanding of HVAC and cleanroom systems.

• Skills:
o Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
o Knowledge of EHS standards and compliance requirements.
o Ability to work independently and manage maintenance tasks efficiently.
o Good communication and teamwork skills.

Why Work with Sigma, Inc.?
• Gain access to contract opportunities with leading pharmaceutical manufacturers.
• Competitive pay and valuable industry experience.
• Opportunity to work in a regulated, high-performance production environment.
• Build expertise in advanced utilities and maintenance systems.

How to Apply
If you're an experienced maintenance technician looking for your next opportunity in pharmaceutical manufacturing, apply now with your resume. Sigma, Inc. is committed to connecting top talent with leading industry clients.

Sigma, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.