Maintenance Technician

Avantor; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment and fixtures at our Suwanee, GA site. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and keeping detailed maintenance records to minimize downtime.

You will work to ensure safe operation of engines, motors, conveyors, and related systems, with experience in electrical/mechanical repair and hydraulic/plumbing tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years maintenance or electrical experience in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of maintenance, reliability and safety practices; ISO/FDA/cGMP preferred.
• Experience with machine setup and troubleshooting.
• Equipment/facility maintenance and basic safety knowledge.
• Knowledge of process piping, valves, conveyors, and related systems.
• Ability to repair electrical/mechanical machinery and use PLCs/welding.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment and fixtures.
• Maintain repair and maintenance records and logs.
• Troubleshoot problems and non-routine issues to minimize downtime.
• Provide mechanical support for production personnel.
• Keep a safe, clean working environment and follow procedures.
• Assist in electrical/electronic repairs and hydraulic/plumbing tasks.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical/Mechanical

Pneumatics/Hydraulics

PLC logic

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Equipment/facility maintenance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

The Opportunity: Avantor is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment and fixtures. The Maintenance Technician conducts basic maintenance activities primarily on machinery and related equipment. They maintain repair and maintenance records, troubleshoot problems and escape non-routine and complex issues. This is a full-time position based out of our Suwanee, GA location.

How you will thrive and create an impact: Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic equipment, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Maintains accurate history logs for all machines for use in identifying and diagnosing problems. Assists in troubleshooting, repairs and maintains electrical and electronic circuitry, hydraulic systems, plumbing, valving, filters, tanks, pumps, etc. Repairs and maintains facility equipment. Strives to improve machine performance, and to minimize downtime through prior planning and quick thorough machine repairs. Provides mechanical support for production personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for

• Education: Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years of maintenance , mechanical or electrical experience in an industrial setting.
• Thorough understanding of maintenance, reliability, Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance, and Process Safety Management best practices, preferred.
• Experience working in an ISO Certified, FDA Regulated, or cGMP environment preferred.
• Preferred industry experience with machine set-up fundamentals and solid troubleshooting skills.
• Additional Qualifications: Equipment/facility maintenance, technical understanding, basic safety, and power tools knowledge.
• Knowledge of process piping, auto valves, exhaust/dust collection systems, and screw/belt conveyors.
• Must be able to work on gearboxes, agitators, and pumps.
• Ability to repair electrical/mechanical machinery throughout the plant; necessary skills include: electrical, pneumatics, PLC logic, welding.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

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Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life‑changing science. The work we do changes people’s lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom’s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

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