Maintenance Tech I

APHENA PHARMA SOLUTIONS-TENNESSEE LLC; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Career growth

Referral bonus

Job summary

APHENA PHARMA SOLUTIONS-TENNESSEE LLC in Cookeville, TN is hiring a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment and support equipment setup for a GMP pharmaceutical environment.

The role includes 12-hour rotating shifts (2/2/3) with day and night blocks, a $1.50/hr night differential, and overtime as needed. Competitive benefits cover medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Maintenance apprenticeship, technical training, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills.
• PLC troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and repairing production and facility equipment.
• Performing preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Installing, relocating, and setting up equipment.
• Supporting production by assisting with equipment setup and training operators.
• Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Working with PLC-controlled equipment (experience with PLCs and ladder logic is a plus).
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Following all safety, quality, and GMP standards.
• Working collaboratively with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Pneumatic & hydraulic troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maintenance apprenticeship/technical training

Tools

PLC

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Choc - Aphena Pharma Solutions TN - Cookeville, TN 38501

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $23.00 - $27.50 Hourly

Join the Aphena Pharma Solutions Team as a Maintenance Technician!

What You'll Do

• Troubleshooting and repairing production and facility equipment
• Performing preventive and predictive maintenance
• Installing, relocating, and setting up equipment
• Supporting production by assisting with equipment setup and training operators
• Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Working with PLC-controlled equipment (experience with PLCs and ladder logic is a plus)
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records
• Following all safety, quality, and GMP standards
• Working collaboratively with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Maintenance apprenticeship, technical training, or equivalent experience
• Experience with single-phase and three-phase electrical systems
• Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills
• PLC troubleshooting experience preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification)

Schedule

12-hour rotating 2/2/3 schedule (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next)

Day Shift Hours 6A-6P Night Shift Hours 6P-6A (Night Shift receives a $1.50/hr shift differential)

Overtime available as needed to support production.

Pay & Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

We also offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing, walking, lifting up to 75 pounds, frequent reaching, and working in varying temperatures while safely maintaining production equipment.

Ready to put your maintenance skills to work with a growing pharmaceutical manufacturer?