Maintenance Mechanic

BCforward; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

HSA

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic II for a contract position in Oceanside, CA. The role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance in a cGMP manufacturing setting, with responsibilities including troubleshooting, repairs, and documenting maintenance actions to ensure compliant operations.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of maintenance experience, including 1–3 years in a cGMP environment, and are capable of working overtime and on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or better.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with CMMS to record maintenance work.
• MS Windows, Word, Excel familiarity.
• Ability to work OT and varying shifts when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs per SOPs and work instructions.
• Collaborate with other teams on maintenance projects and document changes.
• Train junior staff and complete GMP-related documentation.
• Order spare parts and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Adhere to GMP, safety, and environmental guidelines; report incidents promptly.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Ability to work OT

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Windows

Job description

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Maintenance Mechanic opportunity in Oceanside, CA.

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic II

Location: Oceanside, CA

Duration: Contract - 7 months

Rate: $50 to $55/hr on W2

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic II

Location: Oceanside, CA

Duration: Contract - 7 months

Job Description:

We are seeking Maintenance Mechanic II to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in preventive and corrective maintenance in a cGMP manufacturing environment and a proven ability to troubleshoot, repair, and document maintenance activities to ensure safe and compliant operations.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and planned or unplanned repairs per SOPs and work instructions. Adjust equipment and notify supervisors of abnormalities.
• Collaborate with department teams on specialized maintenance projects. Research and implement methods or devices. Document change control.
• Train junior staff. Complete GMP and other documentation. Revise or draft new SOPs as needed.
• Order spare parts. Provide general labor. Clean and organize work areas. Perform equipment monitoring and operational checks.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices. Follow safety and environmental guidelines. Immediately report incidents and promote a positive safety culture.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 3 years of general maintenance experience and 1–3 years in a cGMP environment.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Windows platforms, company intranet, and Microsoft and Google applications (Word, Excel, gDocs, gSheets).
• Experience with CMMS to record work performed.
• Ability to work overtime when necessary and work varying shifts, including participation in an on-call program if required.
• General knowledge of shop tool operation and safety.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Physical Conditions and PPE:

• Schedule may include a non-rotating 4-day, 10-hour shift, one weekend day, evening or night hours, or full off-shift hours.
• Stand on feet for 8 to 10 hours per day.
• Climb up to 6 flights of stairs daily and climb heights up to 30 feet by ladder.
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Wear gowning such as hospital scrubs, bunny suits, gloves, and steel-toe boots. No makeup or jewelry permitted in clean rooms.
• Work with hazardous materials and chemicals as needed. Wear air-purifying respirators and hearing protection as required.
• Ability to crawl, kneel, stoop, and work in small spaces.

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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