Maintenance Technician

medmix; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

medmix is seeking a Maintenance Technician to uphold, troubleshoot and repair production equipment in a medical device manufacturing environment. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, calibrate machines, and support equipment installations to keep production running safely and efficiently.

You should have 3+ years of experience, a high school diploma or technical training, and familiarity with cGMP and ISO 13485 standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or medical device environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as ISO 13485, FDA, and cGMP.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Electrical knowledge, Electrician certification preferred.
• Knowledge of clean room operation preferred.
• Knowledge of building qualification for medical industry preferred.
• Familiar with manufacturing environment (injection molding, automation).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and perform timely repairs.
• Calibrate and adjust machines to maintain compliance with production and quality specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to identify equipment improvements and upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records and report any equipment malfunctions.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with cGMP and safety regulations.
• Assist in equipment installations, validations and qualification activities.
• Respond promptly to production equipment breakdowns to reduce operational disruptions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and productivity.
• Use state and local Building Code knowledge and promptly advise management of any issues or concerns.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Technical training

Associate degree preferred

Job description

medmix is a global leader in high-precision delivery devices. We occupy leading positions in the healthcare, consumer, and industrial end-markets. Our customers benefit from our dedication to innovation and technological advancement that has resulted in over 900 active patents. Our 14 production sites worldwide, together with our highly motivated and experienced team of nearly 2,700 employees provide our customers with uncompromising quality, proximity, and agility. medmix is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland.

Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: MEDX).

www.medmix.swiss

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment and machinery used in the manufacturing of medical devices. This role ensures that all equipment operates efficiently and meets quality and safety standards to support continuous production. Performs a variety of skilled journeyman level general, mechanical and preventative maintenance tasks. Conducts inspections, servicing, repair and overhaul of equipment in the molding and assembly areas of the manufacturing facility. May serve as a technical expert in HVAC operations, service, and repair.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and perform timely repairs
• Calibrate and adjust machines to maintain compliance with production and quality specifications
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to identify equipment improvements and upgrades
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records and report any equipment malfunctions
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and safety regulations
• Assist in equipment installations, validations and qualification activities
• Respond promptly to production equipment breakdowns to reduce operational disruptions
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and productivity.
• Use state and local Building Code knowledge and promptly advises management of any issues or concerns
• Understands various systems within the building and inspects and assesses the condition
• AC
• Compressed Air
• Electrical Installations
• Clean room
• Manage and maintain the building management control systems
• Read, understand and interpret electrical, mechanical and fluid prints
• Coordinate, oversee and ensure outside vendor service is properly completed and meets medmix standards for repair and maintenance
• Responds to and resolves skilled facility installation and repair requests for electrical, plumbing and department equipment as assigned
• Document work in such a way as to provide accurate repair and preventive maintenance history
• Initiates improvements to existing systems
• Supports programs EHS and monitors hazardous waste

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Work experience: 3+ years in a Maintenance Technician role in a manufacturing environment

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electronics, or related field preferred

Other:

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or medical device environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical and pneumatic system
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as ISO 13485, FDA, and cGMP
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Electrical knowledge, Electrician certification preferred
• Knowledge of clean room operation preferred
• Knowledge of building qualification for medical industry preferred
• Familiar with Manufacturing environment (injection molding, automation)

WHAT WE OFFER

Join medmix where sustainability fuels innovation and inclusion enables impact. Together, we will keep creating solutions that support a responsible future while fostering a workplace where everyone belongs and thrives.

medmix is an equal opportunity employer, and 93% of our employees would go above and beyond to deliver results. Do you have the drive to succeed? Join us and boost your career, starting today!