Maintenance Technician III

Manpower San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower San Diego is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex automated manufacturing equipment in a GMP environment. You will monitor performance, execute preventive maintenance, and document actions in Maximo CMMS, ensuring safe operations and compliance with quality systems.

The role requires 2+ years of experience with electronics/automation, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently on a shift while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years maintaining and troubleshooting electronic, electrical, or automated production equipment.
• Experience in GMP, ISO, and FDA-regulated environments preferred.
• Ability to work independently as the primary technical resource on a shift while collaborating with teams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and support complex automated manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production output.
• Monitor equipment performance and production metrics to ensure achievement of OEE and targets.
• Perform preventive maintenance and document activities in CMMS (Maximo).
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, controls, and automation issues.
• Utilize manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools to support operation and reliability.
• Follow safety procedures and document maintenance history for compliance.
• Communicate effectively with production, engineering, quality, and vendors to ensure reliable operations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Reading schematics

Root cause analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical diploma in electronics/automation/industrial maintenance

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and support complex automated manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production output.
• Monitor equipment performance, cycle times, and production metrics to ensure achievement of OEE and operational targets.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities and maintain associated documentation within the CMMS (Maximo).
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, controls, and automation-related equipment issues.
• Utilize technical manuals, schematics, diagnostic software, precision tools, and test equipment to support equipment operation and reliability.
• Analyze equipment data and trends to identify root causes and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all safety procedures and utilize required safety devices when performing maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, and equipment history records to support compliance, traceability, and quality system requirements.
• Read, interpret, and follow technical documentation, work instructions, schematics, and verbal direction
• Utilize electronic data collection systems, manufacturing software, and equipment interfaces to support operations and troubleshooting.
• Prioritize maintenance and troubleshooting activities based on production impact, equipment criticality, and business needs.
• Maintain cross-training across multiple manufacturing processes and equipment platforms.
• Support investigations and resolution of equipment-related process and product nonconformances.
• Positively represent the company during audits, inspections, and facility tours by demonstrating technical expertise and adherence to procedures.
• Support all company initiatives and comply with Quality Management System (QMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), FDA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with production, engineering, quality, contractors, and vendors to ensure reliable manufacturing operations.
• Document maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and corrective actions performed on manufacturing equipment.
• Assess and document the impact of completed work on production operations, equipment performance, and the validated state of equipment, ensuring appropriate review, approvals, and compliance with quality system requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level Major/Field of Study or Equivalent

• High School Diploma / GED
• Technical Diploma Technical degree, certification, or vocational training in electronics, automation, or industrial maintenance preferred.

Experience/Background

Minimum 2 years, 2-4+ years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting electronic, electrical, or automated production equipment in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment preferred.

Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving complex automated manufacturing equipment, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and controls systems. Experience utilizing technical documentation, schematics, diagnostic tools, and test equipment to resolve equipment issues and minimize downtime. Experience in GMP, ISO, and FDA-regulated environments preferred. Ability to work independently as the primary technical resource on a shift while effectively collaborating with production, engineering, quality, and maintenance personnel. Demonstrated ability to assess equipment issues, prioritize competing demands, and make sound technical decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Experience analyzing equipment performance data to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Knowledge of equipment maintenance documentation practices, including evaluating and documenting the impact of repairs, modifications, and troubleshooting activities on production operations and the validated state of equipment. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical information across multiple organizational levels. Strong organizational, prioritization, follow-up, and attention-to-detail skills. Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance and work scheduled overtime as required. Experience working in a matrixed and cross-functional business environment preferred.