Maintenance Technician

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector seeks a Maintenance Technician to ensure the proper function of equipment and facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical or electrical maintenance and must be able to work various shifts, including weekends. This role demands physical endurance and a commitment to safety procedures, making it ideal for hands-on professionals passionate about operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience in a Maintenance, Mechanical, or Electrical industry.
• Possesses applicable licenses in HVAC, electrical, instrumentation.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and install equipment, facilities, and utility systems.
• Complete assigned work orders including preventive maintenance.
• Identify unsafe conditions and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Shift:
Department: LS-SC-DNN2A5 Maintenance
Recruiter:Brenna McCarthy

This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization.

Your Role:

In this role, you will maintain and install equipment, facilities, and utility systems.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Complete assigned work orders (P.M. tasks).
• Corrective and Preventive Maintenance of equipment, facilities and other utility systems.
• Availability for weekend and holiday on-call and after-hours duty.
• Identifies unsafe work conditions, reports and follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, basic shop tools (grinder, drill press, sand blaster, band saw, etc.), and forklift/man lift.
• Read blueprints and other schematics.
• Help with process improvement, miscellaneous duties and other tasks as assigned.
• Utilizes the Management of Change Process and Non-Conformance Report for changes.
• Available for work related travel.

Physical Attributes:

·Walk long distances and stand for the duration of the shift, up to 8 hours.

·Lift up to 50 pounds.

·Work from ladders or scissor lifts up to 40 feet high.

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 1+ years’ experience in a Maintenance, Mechanical, or Electrical industry.
• Possesses applicable licenses in HVAC, electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical discipline.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in using warehouse management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Trade school degree and/or technical degree.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment, understand materials of construction and chemical compatibility.
• Experience with Ohm's law, AC/DC, Parallel and Series circuits, Industrial Electricity.
• Experience with electrical safety (grounding, are flash, etc.), install and repair lighting systems.
• Experience with threading and bending conduit and properly size conduit and wire per the NEC.

RSREMD

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.