Maintenance Technician I

Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to ensure operation of GMP utilities and production equipment. The role requires performing repairs, preventive maintenance, and documentation to support manufacturing schedules.

The ideal candidate will read wiring diagrams, P&ID, and demonstrate knowledge of CGMP, LOTO, and safety procedures while supporting multiple shifts and training others as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and P&ID (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams).
• Flexibility to work multiple shifts (Day, Swing, Nights) including weekends.
• Knowledge of CGMP and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and preventive maintenance of GMP utilities and production equipment.
• Adhere to preventive maintenance schedules and production timelines.
• Update spare parts inventories as needed.

Skills

Wiring diagrams

P&ID

CGMP

LOTO procedures

PLC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school/associate degree preferred

Trade certification desirable

Job description

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Maintenance Technician I

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of production machinery and mechanical equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Independently performs repair/maintenance of GMP utilities and GMP production equipment, while following standard operating procedures
• Adhere to preventative maintenance schedules, performing the work within manufacturing or production schedules
• Update spare parts inventories as needed
• Follow all procedures and applicable guidelines
• Support technical, engineering, and manufacturing. Meet customer needs in support of business goals
• Document all PM and repair tasks by ensuring that entries are legible and document any excursions from written procedures or any abnormalities utilizing the appropriate reporting systems
• Comply with aseptic processing requirements
• Minimize active batch downtime
• Assist with product changeovers, set-ups, and start-up activities
• Maintain pharmaceutical processing equipment
• Perform PM activities
• Maintain maintenance records
• Comply with environmental health and safety requirements
• Maintain maintenance communications
• Train others in mechanical maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience Requirements

• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and P&ID
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and other systems
• Knowledge of lock out tag out procedures
• Must have a solid understanding of CGMP
• Must be flexible to work multiple shifts (Day, Swing, Nights) including weekends.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Knowledge and experience with programmable logic controllers and/or Distributed Control Systems is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience with pharmaceutical filling operations, desirable
• Desired familiarity with particle measuring systems (PMS), air monitoring systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, vacuum systems, and peristaltic pumps, etc.

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Trade School or associate’s degree preferred
• Trade certification in Industrial Electrical, Refrigeration, Boiler operator, welding, or other pertinent craft is desirable.