Facilities Technician II

Colorcon®; West Point (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Dental Insurance 100%

Job summary

Colorcon is seeking a skilled maintenance technician for our West Point, PA facility to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers, HVAC, steam systems, and utility networks. This on-site role requires hands-on technical expertise and the ability to work independently with limited supervision.

You will document work, troubleshoot issues, support audits, and mentor Level I technicians while contributing to GMP compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial maintenance or facilities in a regulated environment.
• Boiler Operator License and EPA 608 Certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of pumps, motors, valves, heat exchangers and instrumentation.
• Ability to read P&IDs, schematics, and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers, steam systems, HVAC and utilities.
• Maintain logs for boiler operations, HVAC performance and inspections.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical/control issues in facility systems.
• Coordinate with engineering and external contractors for complex issues.
• Support audits, safety programs and GMP/compliance initiatives.
• Mentor Level I technicians and work with limited supervision.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or certification (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Colorcon® is a world leader in the development, supply and technical support of formulated film coating systems, modified release technologies, specialty excipients and functional packaging for the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and animal health industries. Our best-in-class products and technologies are complemented by our extensive formulation experience, application data and value-added services to support all phases of solid oral dose design, development, and manufacture.

Our focus on market issues and technology development has earned Colorcon an international reputation as a pharmaceutical supplier of choice. That reputation is based on superior product quality, unparalleled technical support, extensive regulatory assistance and reliable supply from multiple locations, with our Global Headquarters located in Harleysville, Pennsylvania.

Colorcon has 26 technical service laboratories globally and more than 2100 employees exclusively dedicated to its customer base.

We are a successful company thanks to our diverse workforce and global reach. We believe that our operating principles define our culture, values and organizations and are key to achieving our mission and vision, strategies and goals.

Platinum Rule: We treat others the way they want to be treated

Empowerment: We trust our colleagues with responsibility and decision-making

Keep Getting Better: We create an environment for constant improvement, to be the best we can

Teamwork: We embrace the value of collaboration; work together to exceed what is possible as individuals

Customer Focus: We put our customers’ needs at the heart of everything we do

Global Respect: We are citizens of a diverse world and behave with respect for the communities in which we operate

Our People Enjoy a Wide Offering of Employee Benefits, including but not limited to:

• All employees are eligible to participate in our company-wide bonus program
• Employees have the choice between three medical plans
• 100% company-paid Dental Insurance for all employees and their qualifying dependents
• Optional Vision Coverage
• Fitness and Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Corporate Social Responsibility Groups (CSR)
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement; up to $8,000 per calendar year
• 401(k) Company Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Colorcon is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive and equitable work environment. This includes all employment-related decisions and business dealings on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Independently perform preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers and steam systems, compressed air, plant water systems (potable /deionization (DI)) and HVAC.
• Perform routine operation, inspection, and maintenance of critical utility systems including: Steam boilers and associated systems (feedwater, condensate return). Compressed air (compressors, dryers, receivers, condensate management). HVAC systems (air handling units, temperature/humidity controls, environmental conditions). Plant water systems and general facility infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate logs for boiler operations, HVAC performance, and inspections.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and basic electrical and control-related issues in facility systems and resolve routine issues.
• Execute preventive maintenance (PM) tasks per CMMS schedule. Maintain accurate maintenance records and close out work orders with full documentation in CMMS.
• Escalate complex or high-risk problems appropriately to management. Coordinate with engineering and external contractors for complex issues.
• Monitor system performance and take corrective actions to identify and document deficiencies and recommend improvements to maintain efficiency and reliability.
• Respond to alarms and system deviations in a timely manner.
• Support predictive maintenance activities (vibration analysis, thermography, inspections).
• Perform repairs on equipment including pumps, motors, valves, and instrumentation.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, OSHA safety regulations and environmental and local regulatory requirements (e.g., PA DEP).
• Support audits and regulatory inspections.
• Follow all safety procedures including lock out, tag out (LOTO), confined space entry, and hot work permits.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to facility and utility operations.
• Support site safety initiatives and continuous improvement programs and projects. Support root cause analysis and reliability improvement efforts.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment.
• Provide input on capital projects and equipment upgrades.
• Mentor and support Level I technicians.
• Be able to work independently with limited supervision.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required. Technical degree or certification in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in industrial maintenance or facilities role. Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (GMP, pharmaceutical, or food) preferred.
• Certifications (Boiler Operator License, EPA Section 608 Certification, and/or advanced safety qualifications (confined space entrant, etc.)) preferred.
• Strong understanding of pumps, motors, valves, heat exchangers and instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow).
• Working knowledge of steam boiler systems and controls, compressed air systems, industrial HVAC systems, pumps, motors, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read P&IDs, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Working Location

• Position is 100% on site working in both the 415 and 420 buildings at Colorcon’s West Point, PA manufacturing facility.
• May require off-shift (rotation) or weekend work.

Location:

415 Moyer Blvd

West Point, Pennsylvania, 19486

United States

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