Pharma Maintenance Lead: Top Pay, Growth & Overtime

Jobot; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top market pay

Excellent benefits

Room for growth

Lots of overtime

Job summary

Jobot, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, seeks a Maintenance Foreman in Lynwood, CA. The role leads maintenance technicians in a GMP-regulated facility, driving safe, efficient maintenance with strong communication and accountability. Monday–Friday 5am–1pm; pay range $40–$45/hr; on-site, permanent position.

The candidate will supervise a diverse team, ensure compliance with cGMP, QA collaboration, and efficient line support with a focus on mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational training or associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a regulated environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device strongly preferred).
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience with proven success managing diverse teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to motivate and unite individuals from different backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to delegate, resolve conflicts, and hold team members accountable while maintaining respect and fairness.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Familiarity with cGMP, FDA, and OSHA requirements.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and ability to manage documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership, direction, and support to a diverse team of maintenance technicians and contractors.
• Check Finished Product Specification Book to ensure customer specifications are met.
• Set, adjust and test labeling machinery.
• Set correct code dates for each product produced.
• Report discrepancies to QA, Supervisor and/or Manager.
• Assist in training newly assigned staff in all line production positions when necessary.
• Perform rework of damaged product with team when line is down.
• Complete Batch Records for lines worked.
• Ensure preventative maintenance checks are performed on all line equipment and machinery.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment to ensure GMP and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervisory experience

Problem solving

CMMS familiarity

GMP knowledge

Mechanical/Electrical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational training or associate degree preferred

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Jobot, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, seeks a Maintenance Foreman in Lynwood, CA. The role leads maintenance technicians in a GMP-regulated facility, driving safe, efficient maintenance with strong communication and accountability. Monday–Friday 5am–1pm; pay range $40–$45/hr; on-site, permanent position.

The candidate will supervise a diverse team, ensure compliance with cGMP, QA collaboration, and efficient line support with a focus on mentorship and growth opportunities.