electrical tech 1st shift

PCI PHW Packaging Coordinators Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in Pennsylvania is seeking an Electrical Technician Level 1 to perform maintenance and repair of production machinery, support installations, and improve system performance. This role emphasizes cGMP compliance and safety in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.

The candidate should have an apprenticeship in electrical/electronic trades and at least four years of related experience, with hands-on proficiency in electrical controls, diagnostics, and PLC/HMI basics.

Qualifications

• Four years' equivalent experience as electrician/electronic/electro-mechanical maintenance technician in pharmaceutical/packaging industry.
• High school diploma or GED; completion of an electrical/electronic apprenticeship with substantial hands-on training.
• Ability to operate a man lift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in the electrical maintenance and repair of production machinery.
• Read wiring diagrams and ladder logic diagrams for troubleshooting.
• Assist with equipment installations and modifications, including validation and qualification procedures.
• Operate electrical/electronic diagnostic equipment.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Reading wiring diagrams

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Four-year electrical/electronic apprenticeship program (8000 OJT hours, 600 tech hours)

Tools

Electrical test meters

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients. We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Primary Function:

Responsible, as per training administered, work related to equipment repairs and changeovers, preventive maintenance activities, corrective troubleshooting on machinery. Assists with equipment inspection, installations, and equipment system performance improvements. Performs all work in accordance to company policies, procedures and regulations contained in company GMP’S, safety standards, SOP’s and housekeeping standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: Responsible and effective maintenance/ repairs of electrical/electronic systems and devices within the production operation. Provide efficient and effective technical support in maintaining established production objectives. Provide technical support to both operations and technical staff in a professional manner to facilitate a positive working environment.

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Electrical Technician Level 1):

• Demonstrates competency in the electrical maintenance and repair of production machinery and systems.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of electrical circuitry and power distribution.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of electronic controls, sensors, and various relays for production systems and machinery.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of electrical/electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Demonstrates basic competency in the maintenance and trouble‑shooting of PC/PLC, including HMI, based or driven systems and machinery.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading wiring diagrams, schematics and ladder logic diagrams in the function and use to trouble – shoot equipment issues.
• Perform assigned duties as part of a team.
• Assist with equipment and system power installations, systems or equipment modifications, including validation and qualification procedures.
• Perform all work in accordance with established company policies, procedures and regulations contained in cGMP’s, safety standards or standard operating procedures.
• Ability to operate a man lift as needed.
• Performs other duties, activities, or responsibilities as directed or assigned within the scope of this position.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

Various hand and power tools as per training administered. Electrical test meters.

Reports to: Mechanical Manager

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED
• Satisfactory completion of a four(4) year certified electrical/electronic apprenticeship program. Program must have entailed a minimum of 8,000 OJT training hours and (600) technical training hours

Experience or Equivalent:

Four(4) years equivalent experience as an electrician , electronic technician, electro‑mechanical maintenance technician in the pharmaceutical or packing industry with equivalent technical training

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let’s talk future

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.

Why work for PCI Pharma Services?

At PCI, we have an uncompromising focus on providing quality and operational excellence and providing the industry leading customer experience. Our people make all of this happen, so providing an industry leading experience for our people is equally as important. By creating an authentic culture of purposeful work, we aspire to be an interesting and fulfilling place for talented individuals to grow careers. We live a philosophy of intentional learning combined with real-life experience supported by a fair and competitive rewards program. We are individuals, teams and a company that believes in our purpose and our approach is simple, the people who work at PCI fuel our business; we don’t say no, we figure out how.