Production Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Responsibilities

Coordinate upcoming Preventive Maintenance/Calibration activities with multiple working groups to ensure work is completed on-time
Escalate problems to engineers, suggest solutions, and work with engineers to address advanced issues.
Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of multiple parallel activities like preventive/unplanned maintenance, supplier support, and project activities with some guidance to ensure work is completed on-time
Perform documented and undocumented maintenance activities
Work with instrument systems that will require electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and controls trouble-shooting
Troubleshoot and support the engineers with modeling of Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
Monitor equipment technical performance and manage technical inventory for area of responsibility with some oversight.
Use controls, mechanical, electrical, and or fluidics knowledge to perform equipment troubleshooting.
Work in a team environment to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
Work with Vendors to schedule on-site maintenance
Make suggestions for continuous improvement and cost savings
While performing the duties of this job, is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, crouch, and wear safety gear. Must regularly lift and/ or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Capable of executing procedures without established instructions and capable of referencing written documentation.
Working knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) would be a plus
Work experience in Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical / Medical Devices industries would be an advantage
Comfortable working with electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical based instruments
Familiar with reading electrical and mechanical schematics
Ability to maintain a strong level of organization in a fast paced environment
Familiarity with spare parts used for manufacturing equipment
Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Proficient with navigation of Windows OS and general computer software/hardware troubleshooting
Proficient verbal and written documentation skills in English
Experience in high volume manufacturing environment preferred
Experience using engineering troubleshooting tools
Any technical background
This position may require occasional shift adjustments or weekend work depending on business need.
Limited travel a few times a year for training purposes

Experience/Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; associates degree preferred
At least 3 years of related experience