Maintenance Tech 3 - Day Shift

bioMerieux; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Parental leave

Discount programs

Job summary

bioMerieux is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician 3 to ensure optimal performance of high‑speed manufacturing equipment. You will perform advanced maintenance, troubleshoot complex systems, and mentor junior technicians in a 24/7 production setting.

The role requires strong electro‑mechanical expertise, fault finding, and a focus on continuous improvement within a cGMP environment. Familiarity with PLCs, ladder logic, and safety standards is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree preferred; experience in electro-mechanical maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced preventive and corrective maintenance on sophisticated manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and automated systems independently.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to entry-level technicians.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FDA regulations, GMP, ISO standards, and safety protocols.

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Associate’s Degree preferred

Education Substitution: 4 years of additional relevant experience

Job description

The Maintenance Technician 3 is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of manufacturing equipment at our facility. This role requires a higher level of technical expertise and autonomy compared to a lower level maintenance technician, with a focus on complex troubleshooting, repairs, continuous improvement, and mentoring.

Primary Duties

• Perform advanced preventive and corrective maintenance on sophisticated manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and automated systems independently.
• Contribute to root-cause analysis efforts to prevent recurring equipment issues.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to entry-level technicians.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FDA regulations, GMP, ISO standards, and safety protocols.
• Utilize and maintain accurate records in computerized maintenance management systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime.
• Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of related experience — Intermediate to advanced level troubleshooting, schematic and print reading, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in electro-mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing of electro-mechanical systems.
• Associate’s Degree preferred with experience in electro-mechanical, high-speed manufacturing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience working in a cGMP/Regulated environment desired.
• Able to read ladder logic and troubleshoot/repair PLC’s, electrical systems, AC/DC drive systems, and mechanical systems desired.
• Proficiency in machining, welding, and fabricating a plus.
• Basic Computer Skills required; must be experienced and proficient in the use of email, Windows Operating Systems, and basic Microsoft Office tools (specifically Word & Excel).

Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Education Substitution: In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, 4 years of additional relevant experience, defined below, will be accepted.

Key Skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Acting with Honor and Being Open

• Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.
• Analyze data and make decisions/recommendations, using data to guide decision-making and provide suggestions for improvement.

Communicating Effectively

• Written Communications, including the ability to communicate technical data in written form.

Focusing on the Bottom Line

• Perseverance: Demonstrates perseverance and a focus on outcomes.

Maintaining Focus

• Make timely decisions by quickly choosing effective solutions in high-pressure situations for optimal outcomes.

Getting Organized

• Practicing time management to allocate tasks, balance priorities, and meet deadlines efficiently.

Skilled in MS Office Tools

• Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Intermediate: applies skills independently in most situations; handles moderately complex tasks with occasional guidance.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and the like.
• Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Domestic travel required: 0% of time.
• International travel required: 0% of time.

Additional Position Information

• Direct support of high-speed automated process equipment operating on a 24/7 2-2-3 schedule.
• Minimum of 100 million medical devices manufactured annually.
• +/- 400,000 devices manufactured per business day.

The estimated salary range for this role is between $28.00 -$42.00. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.

A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options

Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Various voluntary benefit offerings

Discount programs

Parental leaves