Maintenance Controls Technician III

Jubilant HollisterStier; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSA/HSA

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC in Spokane, WA, seeks a Maintenance Controls Technician III to oversee production equipment controls, PLCs, and electrical projects. The role leads maintenance tasks, supports equipment installation, and collaborates with engineering and maintenance staff.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree or certification with 4+ years experience, strong PLC knowledge, and proficiency in SAP. On-site work with opportunities for growth and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• ; Must have HS Diploma or equivalent.
• ; 4+ years related experience.
• ; Mechanical aptitude and PLC duties.
• ; Ability to read blueprints and electrical drawings.
• ; Proficiency with MS Office; SAP desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide controls expertise on PLCs, VFDs, chart recorders and HMI devices.
• Lead preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment.
• Perform low voltage electrical troubleshooting and support renovations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, P&ID diagrams, electrical drawings.
• Train other technicians and document work per cGMP requirements.

Skills

4+ years experience

Manual Dexterity

Read blue prints

Microsoft Word

Education

Two-year technical degree or equivalent

AAS Degree

Technical Certification

Tools

SAP

PLCs

Job description

Career Opportunities: Maintenance Controls Technician III (2022)

Join a Leader in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing - And Build What's Next

AsSpokane's Largest Manufacturing Company, Jubilant HollisterStier LLC is a well-established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.
We are nationally recognized for our expertise in producing sterile injectable vials and lyophilized products, and our Allergy business is a global leader in allergenic extracts that support treatments for allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is proudly part of the global, Jubilant Pharma family. established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.

For the Builders, Innovators, and Doers - This Is Your Place

If you are someone who thrives onsolving complex problems, improving systems, and building real solutions, you'll feel at home here. At Jubilant HollisterStier, your ideas matter - and your impact is felt globally.

Why builders choose us:

• Immediate impact: Your work directly supports essential medicines and allergenic therapies used worldwide.
• Benefits start on day one: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life, AD&D, and Disability benefits begin immediately because your well‑being shouldn’t have a waiting period.
• A career you can grow: We provide opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises, with midpoint compensation reserved for high performance and longevity.
• A culture of improvement: We value people who thrive on continuous improvement, innovation, and hands on contribution.
• A stable industry leader: Backed by Jubilant Pharma, we pair long term stability with forward looking innovation.

If you want tobuild something meaningful with a team that values your drive, skills, and ideas - you belong here.

Job Description:

The Maintenance Controls Tech III holds a general responsibility for production equipment throughout the manufacturing facility with regard to all controls (including PLCs), electrical/mechanical projects and repairs. The technician will provide lead support in various Maintenance tasks related to preventive maintenance, updating, repairing, optimizing and installing existing and new equipment. The technician will also support electrical projects initiated by Maintenance work orders, Maintenance Management or Project Engineering Personnel.

• Provide controls expertise on programmable logic controllers (PLCs), loop control equipment, variable frequency drives, chart recorders and operator interface devices. These devices may be used in sterilizers, lyophilizers, filling machines, air handlers, chillers, vial cappers, etc. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairs, performance of preventive maintenance, and providing programming changes when required.
• Communicate controller programming information to others in an informative way to support troubleshooting and investigations. Individual must be able to train and provide detailed guidance to other maintenance technicians, and to be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision from the maintenance management and engineering staff.
• Will be required to lead low voltage (<480V) electrical troubleshooting and repairs while providing support for facility renovations, equipment installations, maintenance work orders, etc.
• Read and understand construction and machine blue prints, including machine drawings, building construction floor plans, P&ID diagrams, electrical drawings, schematics for pneumatic, gas supply, vacuum and high pressure piping systems.
• Understand DC, AC circuits, motor control and measuring techniques to aid in troubleshooting.
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite proficiency, software installation and upgrades, basic computer repair, and a basic understanding of computer networking. Previous experience with SAP desired.
• Responsible for understanding the proper use of engineering and maintenance documentation, which is required under cGMPs. Examples include the Maintenance Work Order System, Critical Backups, Change Request System, SOP documentation, Validation documentation, etc.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 4+ years related experience
• Microsoft Word
• Mechanical Aptitude; along with PLC duties the position will also provide mechanical maintenance support as directed by maintenance management.
• Manual Dexterity
• Read and understand construction and machine blue prints
• The incumbent must possess the knowledge typically attained through successful completion of a two year degree in a technical discipline or a technical certification with 5 to 10 years of practical experience in a process controls or applications type position. This includes the ability to write complex and detailed reports to document work completed.

Preferred:

• AAS Degree & Technical Certification
• Lead Experience, Pharmaceutical Experience, Regulated Industry Experience
• Advanced Vocational/Specialized Knowledge
• PLC Certified programming certifications
• Microsoft Excel
• Ability to lift 60 pounds unassisted
• Exposure to Allergens
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Twisting
• Job work will require the Technician to move throughout the facility on an as needed basis.
• The maintenance technician shall be able to achieve and maintain aseptic gown certification for working/troubleshooting in aseptic manufacturing environments.
• Travel >10%
• Working in Aseptic Areas
• Exposure to Allergens
• Routine environment with simple rules and detailed instruct
• Managing conflict and influencing outcomes
• There will be latitude in the application of problem-solving strategies, but within the context of current industry practices and cGMP and with an appropriate level of input from senior level employees.

Location: Spokane, WA - On Site, Full Time

Compensation & Benefits That Start on Day One - Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $40.85 - $55.28 + 12% shift differential, with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don't believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success.

Starting on your first day, you receive:

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Unlock Your Potential

Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Our Promise: Caring, Sharing, Growing

We are committed to enhancing value for customers and stakeholders by delivering innovative and economically efficient solutions, always with care for the environment and society.