Maintenance Technician I - General

Novo Nordisk; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a maintenance technician for a night shift at our Clayton, NC API facility to improve equipment reliability and support production processes. You will perform corrective and preventive maintenance, follow SOPs, and document activities in SAP while collaborating with process owners to drive improvements.

The role requires a relevant associate degree or equivalent training, 1–5 years of experience, and comfort with 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent training in mechanical, electrical and control systems.
• 12-hour rotating night shifts (6–6) with 2 days on, 3 off, then 3 on, 2 off.
• 1–5 years of relevant work experience.
• SAP experience preferred; ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to plan and organize work while documenting results.

Responsibilities

• Improve system and equipment reliability on assigned processes and reduce downtime.
• Follow SOPs and environmental/safety requirements in all duties.
• Develop maintenance procedures, plans and spare parts lists for assigned processes.
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance in a timely manner.
• Document maintenance activities in SAP and communicate results to process owners.
• Collaborate with engineers and manufacturing staff to troubleshoot equipment issues.

Skills

Night shift experience

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

SAP familiarity

Event response

Team coordination

Education

Associate’s degree in relevant field or equivalent training

Tools

SAP

Job description

About The Department

At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

About The Department

At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world. In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton, NC sits on 825,000 square-feet of state-of-the-arts equipment, and houses the Fermentation, Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisk’s innovative oral products. At API, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What We Offer You

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Improve Systems & Equipment Reliability on assigned process, reduce system/equipment downtime on assigned process & support operation of assigned process.

Relationships

Reports to Manager / Supervisor, Maintenance

Essential Functions

• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures in performance of assigned duties
• Support the development & establishment of maintenance procedures, maintenance plans & spare parts lists for processes assigned
• Perform corrective & preventative maintenance on assigned process in a timely manner
• Ability to interpret mechanical & electrical specifications, drawings & other technical data sheets
• Ability to work rotating shifts, night shifts, extended shifts, &/or weekends
• Ensure all maintenance activities are correctly documented in SAP
• Partner with process owners to actively improve performance & reliability of process equipment
• Contribute to growth & development of the maintenance team by training fellow technicians in areas of expertise as well as learning new systems
• Use Systematic Problem Solving (SPS) tools to establish Root Cause Analysis & resolve equipment issues
• Suggest practical changes or improvements to equipment & department work practices
• Collaborate with Responsible Engineers & Manufacturing personnel to troubleshoot equipment problems
• Other accountabilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in relevant field or equivalent military/industry training, which includes a thorough understanding of mechanical, electrical & control systems required
• This is a NIGHT shift role with required standard hours between 6-6am (12 hour shifts working,2 days then 3 days off, then 3 days followed by 2 days off).
• 1-5 years of relevant work experience required
• Knowledgeable in one or more Process Areas listed above preferred
• Experience with automated records systems such as SAP preferred
• Proficiency in reading schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents. Computer literacy preferred
• Experience in planning/organizing work, managing execution, checking results & revising the work plan in accordance with the daily work plan a plus
• Demonstrates a systematic approach to problem solving & troubleshooting. Supports & actively participates in event response activities for the process. Documents problems & works to bring them rapidly to solution required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes - we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger - a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.