Equipment Technician IV, UD Packaging B1 7AM-7:30PM

BioSpace; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an Equipment Technician IV to perform maintenance and repairs on production equipment. Responsibilities include compliance with quality standards, troubleshooting systems, and assisting with production operations. The candidate must possess an Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance or a related field and have experience in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for detail-oriented individuals with excellent mechanical skills looking to contribute to a crucial industry.

Qualifications

• Mastery in Electrical & Mechanical Troubleshooting.
• Experience working in a cGMP or FDA regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Proficiency in Maintenance Methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance duties to support production goals.
• Diagnose production and packaging equipment to determine repair needs.
• Assist with set-up of production and packaging equipment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent hand-eye coordination

Excellent math skills

Ability to communicate effectively in English

Ability to apply troubleshooting principles

Education

Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Windows-based computer systems

Maintenance tools

Job description

Equipment Technician IV, UD Packaging B1 7AM-7:30PM role at BioSpace

Company Description

AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care, and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and TikTok.

Job Description

Perform maintenance duties required to support production goals while complying with quality standards and safety requirements. Diagnose production and/or packaging equipment to determine repair needs. Perform repairs in a timely manner and complete all required documentation in accordance with cGMPs and departmental SOPs. Maintain equipment functionality through the preventative maintenance program. This role is B1 7AM-7:30PM Thursday/Friday/Saturday & every other Wednesday.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized work area during and at the end of each shift.
• Assist in achieving environmental, health, and safety goals by working safely and observing all general plant and department safety policies.
• Perform all assigned duties according to departmental SOPs and cGMPs.
• Remain current on proper procedures by reviewing current, revised, and new SOPs relating to the job and to the department.
• Complete and remain current with all required cGMP and safety training.
• Perform maintenance and repairs of production/packaging equipment to support the on-time delivery to customers, with a minimum amount of downtime.
• Assist with set-up and changeovers of production/packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate corrective actions to reduce or eliminate defects, rejects, or equipment downtime.
• Complete all required documentation associated with the repair and maintenance of production and/or packaging equipment.
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced mechanics to ensure PMs, line set‑up and changeovers are performed within established requirements.

Education and Experience

• Two-year Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Industrial Systems, Instrumentation, Electrical Systems, Electronics or similar field with a minimum of two (2) or three (3) years of experience in industrial maintenance performing mechanical/electrical repairs OR High School diploma or GED equivalent with three (3) to five (5) years of experience in industrial maintenance performing mechanical/electrical repairs.
• Mastery in Electrical & Mechanical Troubleshooting. Proficiency in Maintenance Methods. Proficiency with multiple types of industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Experience working in a cGMP or FDA regulated manufacturing environment preferred.

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Detail-oriented and self‑motivated.
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Excellent math skills; ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to read, comprehend, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work and communicate with others in a professional and effective manner, within a team‑oriented environment.
• Basic user knowledge and understanding of Windows‑based computer systems such as Microsoft Office, with an ability to learn other computer‑based systems.
• Physically able to continuously stand and walk.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs. for men and 35 lbs. for women.
• Physically able to bend, climb, lift, squat, stoop, and stretch to reach frequently.
• Knowledge of manual and automated production/packaging equipment.
• Ability to use, clean, and store tools and other devices required for the performance of the job in a manner which prevents damage to the tools and/or equipment.
• Ability to apply troubleshooting principles with industrial equipment.
• Working knowledge of Filling/Packaging equipment.
• Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read Electrical and Mechanical manuals and schematics.

Benefits and Compensation

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short‑term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, or other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole and absolute discretion until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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