Maintenance Technician - Swing Shift (3:00pm - 1:30am)

BioSpace; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plans with contributions

Discretionary annual bonus program

Annual bonus

Stock incentives

Time-off plans

Flexible work model

Job summary

A global biotech company in Holly Springs, NC, is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the swing shift. This role involves supporting equipment startup, maintenance documentation, and ensuring operational safety. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED with several years of experience in maintenance, preferably in a regulated environment. Duties include troubleshooting and repairing equipment while adhering to GMP standards. The company offers competitive benefits and a focus on professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4 years of Maintenance experience.
• 2 years in a technical school setting with hands-on operations or manufacturing experience.
• Experience executing and documenting maintenance work in management systems.
• Experience documenting work orders and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for equipment and systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance of process equipment.
• Ensure safety during operations and maintenance activities.
• Perform installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and testing of process equipment.
• Complete documentation and communicate progress to operations and stakeholders.
• Lead maintenance discussions and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge and experience in cGMP environment

Maintenance experience

Effective communication skills

Ability to interpret P&ID’s

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in technical field

Technical certificate

Tools

CMMS

CMMS software

SCADA

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Swing Shift (3:00pm - 1:30am)

Join Amgen's mission of serving patients. At Amgen, you are part of something bigger—our shared mission to serve patients living with serious illnesses drives everything we do. Since 1980, we have helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With a focus on oncology, inflammation, general medicine, and rare disease, we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you will help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines.

What You Will Do

• During years 1 and 2, partner with the Capital Project Delivery and Site Operations team to provide technical support for the startup, commissioning, and qualification of equipment and systems in manufacturing, laboratories, utilities, and other areas.
• Support the development, writing, and implementation of the Maintenance program documentation, including SOPs, work orders, job plans, hazard risk assessments, and job hazard assessments.
• Ensure the safety of all staff during plant construction, startup operations, and maintenance activities.

Post-Construction Completion And Continued Operations

• Perform intermediate installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, testing, and documentation of process and utility equipment.
• Complete quality and safety documentation and finish work safely, compliantly, and on schedule with minimal impact to production, aligning with GMP standards, SOP adherence, and Amgen policies.
• Work productively and efficiently to maximize successful outcomes with a focus on maintenance excellence.
• Communicate work to system operators and key stakeholders.
• Accurately complete work order documentation.
• Identify opportunities to learn new skills, actively participate in development, and improve overall team performance.
• Review and approve maintenance reports, forms, plans, and records.
• Identify waste, workflow interrupters, recommend solutions, and assist with implementation.
• Represent the Maintenance team as a leader or delegate in discussions and meetings with peers and other site functions.
• Provide facility and manufacturing support as needed with on-call rotation—including nights, weekends, and holidays.

What We Expect Of You

The resilient professional we seek will adjust well in a fast‑paced environment, collaborate to solve issues, and drive continuous improvements. Key qualifications include:

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and 4 years of Maintenance experience, or
• 2 years in a technical school setting with hands‑on operations or manufacturing experience, or
• Associate degree and 2 years of operations or manufacturing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience working in a highly regulated cGMP environment.
• Experience executing and documenting maintenance work orders in a computerized maintenance management system.
• Ability to interpret P&ID’s.
• Effective communication of issues and task status in a timely manner.
• Constructive interaction with peers and teams.
• Use of science‑based collaboration to drive continuous improvements.
• Understanding and application of World Class Maintenance initiatives.
• Leadership in safety, quality, and compliance.

What You Can Expect Of Us

We support your professional and personal growth with competitive benefits, career development opportunities, and a collaborative culture. The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted; actual salary will vary based on skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, including:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Retirement and savings plans with company contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Stock‑based long‑term incentives.
• Award‑winning time‑off plans.
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid arrangements where possible.

Application

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team: careers.amgen.com

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation without penalty.

EEO and Accommodation Statement

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.