Facilities & Maintenance Technician

Brunel; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceutical manufacturing is seeking a Facilities & Maintenance Technician in Hamilton, Ontario. This role involves executing preventative and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshooting complex equipment, and supporting contractor oversight in a GMP-compliant environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of maintenance experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and ensure equipment readiness.
• Respond to maintenance tickets, troubleshoot issues, and perform repairs.
• Manage spare parts inventory to ensure equipment uptime.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Prioritization

Multitasking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

College diploma or technical degree

Job description

Job Description : Facilities & Maintenance Technician at Brunel

This role involves executing preventative and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshooting complex equipment, and supporting contractor oversight in a GMP-compliant manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical problem-solving skills, a focus on continuous improvement, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and ensure equipment readiness for production.
• Respond promptly to maintenance tickets, troubleshoot issues, and perform repairs.
• Maintain complex systems such as hot cells, isolators, BSCs, and other equipment.
• Support investigations into nonconformance and implement CAPAs.
• Provide after-hours maintenance support as needed.
• Manage work permits, perform lockouts, and oversee external contractors.
• Manage spare parts inventory to ensure equipment uptime.
• Prepare work orders, protocols, and vendor reports in compliance with GMP standards.
• Follow SOPs and documentation protocols to meet regulatory requirements.
• Analyze maintenance records for performance improvements.
• Lead or support change controls and maintenance program improvements.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards, using proper PPE.
• Participate in technical and safety training programs.

Requirements

• College diploma or technical degree (e.g., mechanical, electrical) or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of maintenance experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing.
• Strong prioritization, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and on-call.
• Experience in facility or site start-up environments is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in confined or demanding spaces.
• Good communication skills, including technical reporting and understanding system trends.
• Flexibility to adapt to fluctuating work hours.
• Willingness to be trained as a Nuclear Energy Worker (if applicable).
• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Manufacturing
• Industry : Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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