Maintenance Team Lead

Novonesis; Madison (WI); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k) with company contribution

Vacation and holidays

Health, Dental, Vision & Life

HSA option

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

All benefits start day one

Descripción de la vacante

Novonesis in Madison, WI seeks a Maintenance Team Lead to oversee repairs, preventative maintenance, and PM programs for cGMP equipment and facilities. You will coordinate across shifts, train staff, and manage contractor support.

The role requires an associates degree or equivalent, 5+ years in FDA-regulated manufacturing, and willingness to work overtime and varying shifts. Candidates should understand GMP, P&IDs, and PLC/automation concepts.

Formación

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 5+ years in FDA-regulated manufacturing, preferably dietary supplements or pharmaceuticals.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.
• Knowledge of GMP, inspection guidelines, sanitation, dietary supplement regulations, food regulations, and product safety.
• Strong communication, organizational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work well in a diverse team.
• Ability to read and interpret control wiring and diagrams for PLC/Automation equipment, P&IDs, and process layouts.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and other problem-solving methods.
• Understanding of engineering science and technology applications in production.
• Knowledge of materials, production processes, quality control, and cost optimization.
• Willing to perform other duties as required.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinating maintenance and repair work; prepare 7-day schedules and assignments.
• Coordinating maintenance between shifts.
• Developing and maintaining the preventative maintenance system and PM program.
• Creating and maintaining PM schedules per equipment and start-up notes.
• Training maintenance staff and supporting ongoing education.
• Arranging third-party contractor support as needed.
• Preparing and securing estimates and cost quotes.
• Inspecting or testing damaged parts and flag repairs.
• Recording maintenance activities in cGMP records.
• Managing inventory and replenishing machine parts and supplies.
• Responding to alarms and documenting activities.
• Maintaining a clean, safe work area.
• Covering vacations and absences for all shifts.
• Documenting rebuilds as Detailed Job Plans.
• Writing, reviewing and approving WIs and SOPs.
• Creating PMs.

Conocimientos

GMP knowledge

Root cause analysis

Team player

Communication skills

Problem solving

Wiring diagrams

PLC/Automation

P&IDs interpretation

Engineering principles

Quality control knowledge

Educación

Associates degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Interested in a career that matters?

Join us as our new Maintenance Team Lead

This position will lead and will be responsible for all repairs and preventative maintenance activities on cGMP process equipment, utility systems and facilities.

In this role you’ll make an impact by:

• Coordinating maintenance and repair work of the facility; prepare 7 - day work schedules and assignments, direct and perform work when needed.
• Coordinating maintenance between shifts.
• Developing and maintaining the current preventative maintenance system and assist in the development and implementation of PM program.
• Developing and maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for applicable equipment and machinery; to include manufacturer recommendations and installation notes of new equipment from the General Contractor during start-up.
• Supporting the training of other maintenance department employees.
• Arranging for and managing appropriate third-party contactor support as needed.
• Preparing and secure estimates and cost quotes as needed.
• Inspecting or testing damaged machine parts and mark defective area or advise manager Supervisor of repair needs.
• Collecting and discarding worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas.
• Recording production, repairs, and machine maintenance information and maintain cGMP records (paper and electronic).
• Managing inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished.
• Responding to alarms and document activities.
• Maintaining a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
• Covering vacations and absences for all shifts and assume Maintenance responsibilities.
• Documenting rebuilds of equipment as Detailed Job Plans.
• Writing, reviewing and approving work instructions (WIs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Creating PM’s

To succeed in this role you must hold:

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education andwork experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in an FDA-regulated or controlled manufacturing environment, preferably dietary supplements or pharmaceuticals.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
• Knowledgeable in GMP, inspection guidelines, sanitation, dietary supplement regulations, food regulations, and product safety.
• Excellent communication, organizational, planning, problem-solving and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a diverse work group.
• Ability to comply with company policies and procedures and maintain regular work attendance.
• Ability to read and interpret control wiring and logic diagrams for PLC & Automation equipment, P&IDs and general arrangement for process equipment and utilities
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and other problem-solving methods.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Other duties as required.

Shift Schedule:

This position will work Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm

Location:

Madison, Wisconsin (On-site)

Application deadline:

November 10, 2026

Expected pay range:

$28-$39/hour

Benefits you will enjoy:

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution!
• Minimum of 3 weeks’ vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• All benefits begin on your first day!

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we’ve gotten so far. And it’s how we’ll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.