MAINT TECHNICIAN I

JRS PHARMA; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

JRS Pharma LP in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a 3rd shift Maintenance Technician to join our dedicated team. You will perform maintenance on plant facilities and equipment to ensure safe, efficient production aligned with GMP standards.

This role supports reliability, compliance and continuous improvement on the production floor. The position requires hands-on experience with electrical and mechanical systems, use of hand and power tools, and ability to operate in a safety-sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical/trade school certification.
• Experience using hand and power tools; electrical troubleshooting.
• Minimum 3 years electrical and mechanical maintenance in an industrial production environment; instrumentation and DCS/PLC experience.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain plant equipment and facilities.
• Schedule and perform routine PM maintenance and lubrications.
• Repair, calibrate and test plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors when on-site.
• Maintain calibration and maintenance records. Complete all required documentation.
• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment and tools.
• Follow safe work practices to maintain safe working conditions.
• Assist in ordering and inventorying all necessary supplies and parts to perform required duties.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repairs

Industrial maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical/trade school certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Description

JRS Pharma LP is seeking an experienced 3rd shift Maintenance Technician to join our growing U.S. Cedar Rapids, IA team as a key contributor to our maintenance operations. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the safe, efficient and precise maintenance team member to support our manufacturing excellence. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring equipment, machinery and facility systems operator safely, efficiently and reliably to support production goals. This position upholds JRS Pharma's commitment to precision, compliance and customer satisfaction while driving operational efficiency on the production floor.

At JRS Pharma, we take pride in turning natural, renewable resources into high-quality excipient solutions that advance global healthcare. Our warehouse and logistics teams are the backbone of this mission—ensuring our products are delivered with accuracy, care, and reliability. If you are a proactive, hands‑on leader who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment and is passionate about optimizing people, processes, and performance, we invite you to join our team.

JRS Pharma is a critical manufacturer of excipient products to the branded and generic drug, over‑the‑counter, and nutritional supplement industries. We offer a complete portfolio of formulation solutions for the global life science industry supported by Quality manufacturing and strong technical support. At JRS Pharma, we are dedicated to delivering sustainable and reliable products that meet the highest standards of performance and consistency. We prioritize employee safety and professional development, fostering a family culture of care and responsibility. Through strong corporate governance and a commitment to long‑term security and stability, we build lasting partnership with our employees, customers, suppliers, and communities.

JRS Pharma is division of the JRS Group. Founded in 1878, the JRS Group has over 140 years of history and services numerous industries across all major markets through extensive manufacturing operations, sales offices and R&D centers.

Requirements

Job title: Maintenance Technician

Work Location: JRS Pharma LP - Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Division/Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

• Full-time


• Nonexempt

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician will perform all required maintenance of the plant facilities and equipment in accordance with all Regulatory Requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices in a safe, efficient manner.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain plant equipment and facilities.


• Schedule and perform routine PM maintenance and lubrications.


• Repair, calibrate and test plant equipment as required.


• Ability to troubleshoot equipment.


• Coordinate and work with vendors and contractors when on-site.


• Maintain records for calibration and maintenance work performed. Complete all required documentation.


• Participate in continued improvement initiative.


• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment and tools.


• Follow safe work practices to maintain safe working conditions.


• Clean building exteriors and grounds, assist in snow and ice removal.


• Assist in ordering and inventorying all necessary supplies and parts to perform required duties.


• Perform routine audits for maintenance and safety.


• Perform work in confined space.


• Perform duties while using a ladder.


• Execute other responsibilities and projects as required.

Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent


• Technical/trade school certification


• Use of hand and power tools. Electrical troubleshooting and use of electrical test equipment. Perform mechanical repairs


• Minimum of 3-year electrical and mechanical maintenance in an industrial production environment? Instrumentation and DCS/PLC experience

Physical Requirements

• 24-hour-a-day availability required


• Must be able to operate a forklift and be forklift certified


• Must be able to lift 60 pounds


• Must be able to wear a respirator and able to work at high altitudes


• Highly safety sensitive position.

Must Meet Minimum Requirements To Apply

Compensation details: 26.72-38.17 Hourly Wage