Equipment Maintenance Technician

ATR International; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ATR International in Fremont, CA seeks an electromechanical technician to support daily manufacturing operations for in-vitro diagnostics/medical device production. You will work with Operations and Engineering to ensure high quality and production volume while following QSRs and SOPs.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, performing preventive maintenance, assisting with IQ/OQ, managing spare parts, training staff, and documenting repairs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read schematics and interpret equipment manuals.
• Sound understanding of automation equipment is required.
• Detailed-oriented with accuracy, able to follow policies and procedures.
• Proficient in Word and Excel; capable of diagnosing equipment problems.
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills; able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain production equipment while minimizing downtime.
• Escalate concerns to engineering and production management as needed.
• Perform PM procedures and maintain records.
• Support engineers on technical and process related issues.
• Conduct experiments and investigations under guidance of engineers.
• Manage spare parts inventory including reordering materials.
• Provide training to manufacturing personnel on equipment and procedures.
• Monitor equipment status and performance with production and engineering.
• Address problems using appropriate troubleshooting and repair techniques.
• Document all repairs and adjustments; update maintenance procedures.
• Assist with equipment installation and IQ/OQ activities.

Skills

Schematics reading

Automation equipment

Detail-oriented work

Follow procedures

Word and Excel

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Job description

This position plays a key role in overall manufacturing operations. Your work will ensure the highest quality and volume of manufacturing. You will work closely and with the support of the manufacturing Operations and Engineering teams.

The position is responsible for daily support and maintenance of production equipment used to manufacture in-vitro diagnostics/medical device products for internal procedures & specifications and following company QSR and SOPs. In addition, the individual will participate in engineering activities to support MPI, capital equipment bring-up, and other assignments required by the Engineering team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot and maintain production equipment while minimizing equipment downtime.
• Escalate concerns as needed to engineering team and production management.
• Perform PM procedures and maintain records.
• Support engineers on technical and process related issues.
• Conduct experiments and investigations under the guidance of engineers.
• Manage spare parts inventory including reordering of materials and technical components
• Provide training to manufacturing personnel and operation equipment and related procedures.
• Work closely with production and engineering to monitor equipment status and performance
• Address problems using appropriate troubleshooting and repair techniques
• Document all repairs and the appropriate adjustments made
• Update maintenance procedures
• Assist with equipment Installation and Operational Qualification (IQ & OQ)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read schematics and interpret equipment manuals is highly desirable
• Sound understanding of automation equipment is required
• Demonstrate the ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy
• Must be able to follow established policies and procedures
• Computer skills are required, proficiency using Word and Excel
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose equipment problems
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills are required
• Team player with self-motivation and able to work in minimal with minimal supervision

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree preferred but not required
• Minimum 1-2 years of related electromechanical work experience preferably in a manufacturing setting
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Requires ability to lift 30 lbs. individually or for lifting over 30 lbs. assistance may be available