Pharma Controls Tech III: PLC & Electrical Expert (On‑Site)

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC in Spokane, WA is seeking an on-site Maintenance Controls Technician to provide expertise on PLCs and related equipment across sterilizers and filling lines. The role involves troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and programming changes under cGMP guidelines.

You will lead low voltage electrical work, read blueprints and diagrams, and collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to keep facilities running efficiently.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; AAS or technical cert preferred.
• PLC training or degree preferred.
• Two-year technical degree or equivalent certification with 5–10 years of relevant experience in process controls or similar roles; ability to write complex reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide controls expertise on PLCs, loop control equipment, VFDs and related devices in sterilizers, lyophilizers, filling machines, air handlers, chillers, vial cappers, and more; troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance.
• Communicate controller programming info clearly to support troubleshooting and investigations; train and guide other maintenance technicians with minimal supervision.
• Lead low voltage (<480V) electrical troubleshooting and repairs; support renovations, equipment installations, and work orders.
• Read and understand blueprints, P&ID diagrams, electrical drawings, and schematics for pneumatic, gas, vacuum, and high-pressure piping systems.
• Understand DC/AC circuits, motor control, and measurement techniques to aid troubleshooting.
• Maintain computer skills including Microsoft Office; SAP experience is desired.

Skills

Lead experience

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Word/Excel

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

AAS Degree or Technical Certification

Two-year technical degree or equivalent certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC in Spokane, WA is seeking an on-site Maintenance Controls Technician to provide expertise on PLCs and related equipment across sterilizers and filling lines. The role involves troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and programming changes under cGMP guidelines.

You will lead low voltage electrical work, read blueprints and diagrams, and collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to keep facilities running efficiently.