Lead Facilities Technician, Compounding

hims & hers; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hims & Hers in Mesa, AZ, seeks a Compounding Facilities Lead Technician to lead a team in a multi-shift operation, ensuring predictive and preventive maintenance on Lab equipment such as tablet presses, blenders, hoods, and air compressors.

You will collaborate with QA and regulatory teams, document maintenance data, and respond to breakdowns to minimize downtime, while mentoring junior technicians and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with state-approved age proof.
• High school diploma or GED required and trade certs preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and Project Management.
• Able to troubleshoot machinery without supervision.
• Able to document maintenance charts and data for process improvement.
• Strong English communication; Spanish bilingual preferred.
• Able to bend, reach, climb; comfortable with ladders and lifts.
• Willing to cross-train and support other functions as needed.
• 3+ years pharma maintenance/engineering experience.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and operate advanced equipment.
• 1+ year formal leadership experience with direct reports.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and CMMS.
• Formal training in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air compression, PLC or HVAC trades.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-shift team to perform predictive and preventive maintenance on lab equipment.
• Document maintenance data and charts as required.
• Repair and troubleshoot equipment across pharmacy facilities.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air compression, and HVAC issues.
• Identify issues and develop predictive maintenance strategies.
• Escalate safety or downtime risks to management.
• Coordinate repairs with production to minimize downtime.
• Calibrate and test equipment to meet quality standards.
• Maintain calibration records and regulatory documentation.
• Collaborate with QA/regulatory teams on logs and validation reports.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and production interruptions.
• Drive process optimization and cost-saving opportunities.
• Mentor junior technicians on SOPs and repairs.

Skills

Predictive maintenance planning

Troubleshooting complex equipment

Team leadership

Documentation & data analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade certification in electrical/mechanical/plumbing/air compression/PLC/HVAC

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Role:

This role reports to the Compounding Facilities Area Manager. The Compounding Facilities Lead Technician provides mid-level support to the Operations Engineering & Maintenance Department by applying predictive and preventive maintenance procedures for all Lab equipment in Pharmacy. This position analyzes, troubleshoots, and communicates maintenance problems/concerns in the following areas: electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air compression, and HVAC relating to the equipment in the labs. The Compounding Facilities Lead Technician works with general supervision and will interact with a supervisor several times per week, perhaps daily, to receive guidance and feedback. Many non-routine activities will require a supervisor’s advance approval.

Shift: Wednesday through Saturday Days

You Will Lead a Group of Compounding Facility Technicians, in a multi shift operation, to:

• Provide predictive/preventive maintenance on all Lab Equipment–Tablet presses, Blenders, Mills, Hoods, Tablet coaters, Air compressors, electrical controls, etc.
• Document maintenance technical and other data on predictive/preventive maintenance
  charts, as required.
• Conduct repair/troubleshoot duties throughout the pharmacy as required.
• Diagnose and repair all equipment in the labs, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air compressors and HVAC repairs.
• Identify facilities issues and develop an ongoing strategy to chart trends and take appropriate remedial action from a predictive maintenance approach.
• Communicate to management all issues that could result in safety risks or those that might cause loss to Hims or its associates.
• Work as directed in all areas of the Pharmacy to maintain safety and health standards for the facility.
• Perform calibration and testing procedures on equipment to ensure accurate operation and compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct regular checks and measurements to verify equipment performance, including temperature, pressure, speed, and other relevant parameters.
• Maintain calibration records and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that all equipment meets regulatory and quality standards and take corrective actions to address any non-compliance issues.
• Collaborate with quality assurance and regulatory affairs teams to implement and maintain proper documentation, including equipment logs, maintenance records, and validation reports.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, emergencies, and production interruptions to minimize downtime.
• Work closely with production personnel to coordinate repairs and minimize disruptions to the manufacturing process.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost savings related to equipment maintenance and operation.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to implement improvement projects and contribute to the continuous improvement culture within the organization.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices related to pharmaceutical equipment maintenance.
• Make sure all assets, parts and work orders are updated & tracked in CMMS for the lab equipment.
• Escalate to management, as appropriate, equipment downtime and spare parts issues.
• Train junior technicians on SOPs and repairs.

You Have:

• Must be at least 18 years of age and present state-required proof of age documents.
• High school diploma or equivalent GED required.
• Must be able to safely lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, either in conjunction with his or her regular responsibilities or those assigned in other areas as directed.
• Use of business computer systems and applications—specifically, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project Management
• Ability to troubleshoot problems with machinery without supervision or direction.
• Ability to document predictive/preventive maintenance charts, technical data and other data; interpret data and provide relevant input for process improvement.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written English (Bilingual in Spanish preferred)
• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach overhead with arms and hands and climb ladders; must be able to climb stairs up to three flights and not be afraid of heights utilizing scissor or bucket lifts.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others; conducts working relationships in a manner acceptable to others and to the organization.
• Possess the learning capacity to receive and apply cross‑functional training; willingness to assist other functions and work groups as needed so the department achieves or exceeds its overall business objectives.
• Ability to comprehend and adhere to all Hims Inc. policies and procedures including, but not limited to, those related to attendance and scheduling requirements, honesty and integrity, confidentiality, safety, and conflicts of interest.
• 3+ years of pharma industry experience in maintenance or engineering
• Demonstrated high level ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and operate advance technical equipment in a related industry.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and motivate in a highly technical and fast paced environment
• 1+ years of formal leadership experience with direct reports
• Have knowledge of and experience with PLC systems
• Have knowledge of and experience with CMMS systems
• Have formal training or certification through an accredited institution in at least one of the following areas: electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air compression, PLC system or HVAC trades

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years previous maintenance experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility or pharmacy with lab equipment mentioned above.
• 5+ years of electrical knowledge and electronic principles
• Advanced degree/training in engineering, maintenance, or other related field
• Advanced formal training in lean or six sigma

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