Process Maintenance Technician I

Novo Nordisk A/S; Clayton, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid holidays

Health Insurance from day one

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Tuition Assistance

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee referrals

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S in Clayton, NC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to identify potential issues and support the reliability of process systems and equipment, helping minimize downtime across the designated process.

The role involves performing corrective and preventive maintenance, operating and monitoring equipment, and supporting reliability improvement projects while adhering to safety and environmental requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field required.
• High School diploma with minimum 2 years of equipment maintenance experience accepted.
• Knowledge of compressed air, E‑M controls, electrical/mechanical systems preferred.
• Experience with automated records systems (e.g., SAP) and reading technical diagrams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively improve performance and reliability of process equipment.
• Restore function to equipment in a timely, technically sound manner.
• Participate in Event Response and support maintenance activities.
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on assigned processes.
• Operate, monitor, and control equipment and processes.
• Support reliability-improvement projects and system upgrades.
• Record and review production data in Batch Production Records and related forms.
• Follow safety and environmental requirements in all duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance

High School diploma with 2 years maintenance experience

Tools

SAP

Schematics

Wiring diagrams

Job description

At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. 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 Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, 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 14weeks 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

Identify potential issues and support improvement of reliability of systems and equipment and minimize system and equipment downtime for the designated process. Assist in the operation of the assigned process supporting low to moderate complexity issues.

Relationships

Reports to Manager.

Essential Functions

• Actively improve performance & reliability of process equipment
• Restore function to equipment in an effective & technically correct manner
• Actively participate in & support Event Response
• Perform corrective & preventative maintenance on assigned process
• Operate, monitor, control equipment, systems & processes assigned
• Support & implement system/equipment reliability improvement projects
• Support & assist in all aspects of process operations
• Record & review production data in Batch Production Records (BPRs) & associated forms
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other duties 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 colour 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 Industrial Maintenance or relevant field required
• In lieu of Associate’s Degree may consider a High School diploma (or GED) with minimum of two (2) years of equipment maintenance experience required, preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing or related industry
• Knowledgeable in the following systems: Compressed Air, Electro-Mechanical controls, Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation and/or robotics preferred
• Ability & experience with automated records systems such as SAP, schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents preferred
• Support planning & execution of process functions & assist in coordination of planned & corrective maintenance activities to ensure successful process performance a plus

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.