Facility & Laboratory Maintenance Technician

Eurofins Sverige AB; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Résumé du poste

Eurofins Genomics is seeking a Facility & Laboratory Maintenance Technician to sustain building infrastructure and provide essential utility support in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair laboratory and production equipment, calibrate instruments, and help install and qualify new systems to minimize downtime.

This full-time role in Louisville, KY requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, CMMS experience, forklift

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Facilities Maintenance, or related field.
• Strong experience in building and facility maintenance is required.
• Experience with laboratory or manufacturing equipment in cGMP/ISO environments is a plus.
• Proficiency with safety, quality systems, and regulatory compliance.

Responsabilités

• Perform routine building maintenance and facility upkeep.
• Maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, doors, ceilings, and interior/exterior components.
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for repairs and maintenance.
• Document work orders, preventive maintenance, and repairs in the QA system.
• Support calibration, validation, and preventive maintenance of lab equipment.

Connaissances

Facility maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Forklift certification

Hazardous materials handling

Windows & Excel

Formation

Associate degree or equivalent in Electronics/Industrial Maintenance or related field

Outils

CMMS

Excel

Description du poste

Facility & Laboratory Maintenance Technician

• Full-time

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in‑vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Company Overview

Eurofins Genomics is a leader in the oligonucleotide synthesis industry, delivering high‑quality DNA and RNA products using our proprietary synthesis platform. As one of the top oligo suppliers in the U.S., we are committed to providing exceptional customer service, maintaining the highest confidentiality standards, and continuously improving operational efficiency.

Position Summary

The Facility & Laboratory Equipment Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in maintaining the building, infrastructure, and operational environment of Eurofins Genomics manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for routine building maintenance, facility upkeep, and utility support to ensure a safe, compliant, and fully functional operation. In addition, the technician performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and validation of laboratory and production equipment. The role ensures reliable performance of both facility systems and lab instrumentation while minimizing downtime in a regulated (cGMP/ISO) environment.

Building & Facility Maintenance

• Perform routine building maintenance and general facility upkeep.
• Maintain lighting, electrical fixtures, minor plumbing, doors, ceilings, flooring, and interior/exterior building components.
• Support facility utility systems including HVAC, compressed air, and related infrastructure.
• Manage and support chemical reagent and waste handling, including proper segregation, storage, labeling, and coordination for disposal in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor facility conditions and proactively address maintenance needs.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors and vendors for repairs, inspections, and specialised services not performed internally.
• Assist with facility improvement projects and preventive maintenance programs.
• Operate a forklift for movement of equipment, materials, and supplies.

Laboratory & Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and validation of laboratory and production equipment, including oligo synthesiser, automated liquid handling systems, HPLC, and general lab instrumentation.
• Interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Support installation and qualification of new or upgraded equipment.
• Maintain equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.

Documentation & Compliance

• Document work orders, preventive maintenance, and repairs
• Maintain records in compliance with Quality System requirements.
• Follow all cGMP, ISO, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Handle hazardous materials using proper PPE and established procedures.
• Maintain required certifications (RCRA, HAZWOPER, DOT HazMat).

Operational Support

• Communicate effectively across shifts.
• Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Work overtime, weekends, and emergency call‑ins as required.
• Complete required training and perform other related duties as assigned.

  Education:

  • Associate degree or equivalent in Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Facilities Maintenance, or related field preferred.

  Experience & Skills:

  • Strong experience in building and facility maintenance required.
  • Experience maintaining industrial or laboratory equipment preferred; cGMP/ISO environment a plus.
  • Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • CMMS experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Excel.
  • Forklift experience (certification preferred or ability to obtain).
  • Experience handling hazardous chemicals.

  Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift 35+ pounds and work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

  Schedule:

  • Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm

  What we offer:

  • Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

  Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.