Process Maintenance Technician I - Packaging (Day Shift)

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual bonus

Paid holidays

Health insurance

401K with company match

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Clayton, NC is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to identify issues and improve reliability of process equipment. You will assist in operating the assigned process and support low to moderate complexity issues.

The role involves performing corrective and preventive maintenance, documenting production data in Batch Production Records, and following safety and environmental requirements. You will participate in reliability improvement projects and support site operations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance or relevant field required.
• In lieu of degree, a high school diploma with minimum 2 years of equipment maintenance experience.
• Knowledgeable in automated records systems (e.g., SAP) and reading schematics or wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Improve performance and reliability of process equipment and restore function efficiently.
• Operate, monitor and control assigned equipment and processes.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on designated systems and equipment.
• Record and review production data in Batch Production Records and forms.
• Follow safety and environmental requirements in all duties.
• Assist in reliability improvement projects and support process operations.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Equipment maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Instrumentation

Robotics

SAP

Computer literacy

Education

Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance

High School diploma or GED with 2+ years maintenance experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the Department

You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk’s 50,000 employees.

FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.

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 14 weeks 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 equipmentRestore function to equipment in an effective & technically correct mannerActively participate in & support Event ResponsePerform corrective & preventative maintenance on assigned processOperate, monitor, control equipment, systems & processes assignedSupport & implement system/equipment reliability improvement projectsSupport & assist in all aspects of process operationsRecord & review production data in Batch Production Records (BPRs) & associated formsFollow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of dutiesOther 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 requiredIn 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 industryKnowledgeable in the following systems: Compressed Air, Electro-Mechanical controls, Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation and/or robotics preferredAbility & experience with automated records systems such as SAP, schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents preferredComputer literacy preferredSupport 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.