Industrial Maintenance Technician

BASI Gaithersburg LLC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Short- and long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Inotiv is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the Teklad Custom and Standard Diet production facilities. You will perform preventative, on-demand, and improvement maintenance for buildings and equipment, troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems, and support safety initiatives.

Responsibilities include coordinating with production and training staff, and ensuring equipment availability. Prior experience in manufacturing maintenance and relevant trades are preferred.

Qualifications

• Three+ years in electrical, HVAC and mechanical industrial maintenance in a manufacturing setting.
• Industrial maintenance designation (state trades) preferred (e.g., Industrial Mechanic/Millwright, Master Electrician).
• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in engineering helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in health & safety program implementation and maintenance.
• Perform preventive, on-demand, and improvement maintenance for buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Repair and replace equipment, and troubleshoot mechanical, HVAC and electrical systems.
• Train other maintenance technicians and selected production staff in preventive and repair maintenance.
• Coordinate with production, shipping and receiving on maintenance schedules and equipment availability.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

HVAC maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (helpful)

Job description

3rd shift Monday - Friday 10:00PM - 6:30AM

Approximately one Saturday per month

The position has responsibility and accountability for performing all preventative, on-demand and improvement maintenance activities at Inotiv – Teklad Custom and Standard Diet production facilities. Additionally, the position is responsible for the upkeep, on-going maintenance and improvement of safety and security equipment. This position reports to the Teklad Maintenance Manager position or designee.

• Actively participate in the implementation and maintenance of the facility’s health & safety program
• Perform safe, timely and cost-effective preventative maintenance for all building, grounds and equipment in compliance with established quality management system and facility’s health & safety program
• Perform safe, timely and cost-effective repair of buildings and repair and replacement of equipment on-demand
• Trouble-shoot (mechanical, HVAC and electrical) and repair process equipment function safely and timely to ensure equipment availability for use – possess experience and apply effort to perform trouble-shooting with high-degree of independence
• Practice effective communication with production, shipping and receiving employees regarding equipment or building repair schedules, completion and equipment availability for use
• Possess confidence, patience and communication skill to train other maintenance technicians and selected production co-workers in preventative and repair maintenance work

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Three + years of electrical, HVAC and mechanical industrial maintenance work experience within a manufacturing work environment
• Industrial Maintenance professional designation including state recognized trades such as Industrial Mechanic/Millwright, Master Electrician preferred
• Bachelor’s degree or other advance degree in engineering helpful but not needed

Preferred Skills

• Accomplished oral and written communication skills
• Industrial maintenance hands-on work experience (multiple years) – electrical, mechanical, material fabrication, plumbing
• Oversee and review the work of lower-level technicians
• Work independently with moderate supervision
• Continuous improvement – Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO quality system environment
• Microsoft Office Suite – user skills
• Mathematic skills that include geometric and volumetric calculation ability
• Aptitude to comprehend solid and liquid process flow

Physical mobility:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lb. objects to shoulder height
• Ability to climb and descend stairs and vertical ladders
• Ability to enter designated confined spaces to perform inspection and repair work

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.

At Inotiv, our work helps advance the development of new medicines and therapies that can improve people's lives. As a leading global contract research organization (CRO), we partner with researchers to tackle complex scientific challenges, drive innovation, and help build a healthier, safer world. Bringing together scientists, researchers, technical experts, and business professionals, we provide the expertise and collaboration needed to move research forward. Our people make this work possible, and we value the knowledge, ideas, and contributions each person brings to the team. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, Inotiv offers opportunities to learn, grow, and play a meaningful role in advancing treatments for patients around the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

• Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.