Senior Maintenance Technician

Astrix Inc.; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrix Inc. in New Albany, OH is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to support maintenance, operation, and repair of regulated production equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical maintenance experience, knowledge of GMP practices, and CMMS experience.

This role involves 12-hour shifts, a 1-year contract with potential for hire or extension, and collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure equipment reliability and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of manufacturing maintenance experience depending on education.
• Experience maintaining manufacturing equipment in GMP-regulated environments.
• Ability to read P&IDs, mechanical/electrical drawings and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, operation, and repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities in CMMS.
• Maintain GMP-compliant equipment and documentation.
• Coordinate repairs with contractors as needed.
• Support equipment installation, testing, commissioning and modifications.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Reading P&IDs/drawings

GMP knowledge

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in manufacturing maintenance

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

Pay Rate Low: 25 | Pay Rate High: 30

Our client, a renowned leader in biotechnology, is revolutionizing the use of living cells to create groundbreaking biologic medicines. As a guiding force in the biotech industry, they set the bar for innovation and advancement. They are looking for a reliable Senior Maintenance Technician to join their team in New Albany, OH.

Schedule: 12-hour day shifts (6:00 AM-6:30 PM OR 6:00PM-6:30AM ), working 3-4 days per week (Training period for 2 months- M-F, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM)

Job type: 1 year contract (possibility of hire or extension)

Pay rate: $25- $30/hr.

Location: New Albany, OH

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, operation, and repair of manufacturing equipment in a regulated production environment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical maintenance experience, knowledge of GMP practices, and experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). This role requires excellent troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to equipment reliability and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, operation, and repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Maintain equipment in compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Document maintenance activities and complete work orders accurately using a CMMS.
• Support equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and modifications.
• Coordinate repairs and equipment installations with contractors when necessary.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve equipment performance.
• Maintain equipment inspection readiness and ensure proper documentation.
• Identify maintenance improvements and recommend process enhancements.
• Participate in required safety and GMP training.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree with 4 years of manufacturing maintenance experienceor
• High school diploma/GED with 6 years of manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Experience performing mechanical maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of pumps, valves, motors, bearings, and lubrication systems.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment.
• Experience working in a GMP or other regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), preferably Maximo.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, engineering drawings, and SOPs.
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining pharmaceutical or packaging equipment.
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance programs and reliability practices.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements.