Specialist, Maintenance

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 49,111 - 66,441; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC is seeking a Maintenance Specialist in Spokane, WA to ensure reliability of facility equipment. This key role requires proficiency in equipment troubleshooting and management of maintenance strategies in a cGMP environment. Responsibilities include timely documentation, training team members, and coordinating with contractors.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of regulated industry experience and a high school diploma or GED. Benefits include medical coverage and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years FDA or other regulated industry experience required.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), arc flash awareness (NFPA 70E), confined space awareness as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze equipment performance and improve reliability.
• Document all maintenance activities accurately in SAP.
• Train Maintenance team to increase equipment knowledge.

Skills

Proficient in troubleshooting complex equipment issues

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical safety

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Advanced vocational/specialized knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

ERP/SAP

Education

High school or GED diploma

Technical 2-yr degree or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Specialist

The Maintenance Specialist holds a general responsibility for the reliability of the facility or production equipment utilized throughout the facility. The Specialist demonstrates knowledge as an SME in multiple equipment/process areas or proficiencies. This position analyzes equipment performance, along with present and proposed maintenance strategies and procedures to determine improvements in the reliability of the equipment. The Specialist works closely with other maintenance technicians on proper techniques of equipment maintenance and repairs in a cGMP environment. The role is also accountable for timely, accurate documentation of all corrective and preventive maintenance activities in the SAP system; ensuring work records are complete, clear, and audit‑ready.

• Highly proficient in troubleshooting complex equipment issues and provides supporting documentation that meets cGMP requirements.
• As a primary SME, take ownership in optimizing the maintenance strategy and monitoring machine performance to improve equipment reliability in assigned areas.
• Effectively manage applicable Change Controls, CAPAs, and document changes to SOPs, drawings, and other equipment documentation.
• Coordinate with OEM and contractor support to meet specific objectives within project scope and deadlines.
• Proficient with the proper use of engineering and maintenance documentation required under cGMPs. Examples include the Maintenance Work Order System, the Critical Change Request System, SOP documentation, Validation documentation, etc.
• Develop training opportunities for the Maintenance team in efforts to increase equipment knowledge, skill‑based, and SME support for the facility.
• Influential team member capable of filling in for the team leadership when applicable or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school or GED diploma required, technical certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years FDA or other regulated industry experience required.
• Technical 2‑yr degree or equivalent, including applicable license or certifications (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls/PLC, HVAC, Boiler) preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Electrical safety.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), arc flash awareness (NFPA 70E), confined space awareness as applicable.
• Manual dexterity.
• Read and understand construction and machine minimum.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Advanced vocational/specialized knowledge.
• Microsoft Excel.
• Microsoft Word.
• ERP/SAP.

Other Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 60 pounds unassisted.
• Pushing/Pulling.
• Exposure to allergens.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.

Location

Spokane, WA – On Site, Full‑Time

Shift

Monday–Thursday | 4 x 10s

Compensation & Benefits

Hiring Wage: $35.65 - $48.23, with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement

Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.