Specialist, Maintenance

HollisterStier Allergy; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits start

FSA/HSA

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC in Spokane, WA is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to ensure the reliability of facility and production equipment in a cGMP environment. The SME will troubleshoot, optimize maintenance strategy, and coordinate with OEM/contractor support.

This on-site full-time role offers a wage range and day-one benefits, with opportunities for growth, annual raises, and ongoing training. Shift: Mon-Thu, 4x10s, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

Qualifications

• High school or GED diploma required; technical certification preferred.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years FDA or other regulated industry required.
• Technical 2-year degree or equivalent, including applicable licenses/certifications (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls/PLC, HVAC, Boiler) preferred.
• Experience in a cGMP environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot complex equipment issues and document per cGMP requirements.
• Own maintenance strategy and monitor machine performance to improve reliability.
• Manage Change Controls, CAPAs, and document changes to SOPs, drawings, and other equipment documentation.
• Coordinate with OEM and contractor support to meet project objectives within scope and deadlines.
• Proficient with Maintenance Work Order System, Critical Change Request System, SOP documentation, and Validation documentation.
• Develop training opportunities for the Maintenance team to increase knowledge and SME support.
• Be an influential team member capable of filling in for team leadership when needed.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Electrical safety

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Arc flash awareness (NFPA 70E)

Confined space awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification preferred

Two-year technical degree or equivalent

EPA 608 Universal Certification Preferred

Tools

ERP/SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Join a Leader in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing — And Build What’s Next

As Spokane’s Largest Manufacturing Company, Jubilant HollisterStier LLC is a well-established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support life changing medicines around the world.

We are nationally recognized for our expertise in producing sterile injectable vials and lyophilized products, and our Allergy business is a global leader in allergenic extracts that support treatments for allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is proudly part of the global, Jubilant Pharma family. established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support life changing medicines around the world.

For the Builders, Innovators, and Doers — This Is Your Place

If you are someone who thrives on solving complex problems, improving systems, and building real solutions, you’ll feel at home here. At Jubilant HollisterStier, your ideas matter — and your impact is felt globally.

Why builders choose us:

• Immediate impact: Your work directly supports essential medicines and allergenic therapies used worldwide.
• Benefits start on day one: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life, AD&D, and Disability benefits begin immediately because your well-being shouldn’t have a waiting period.
• A career you can grow: We provide opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises, with midpoint compensation reserved for high performance and longevity.
• A culture of improvement: We value people who thrive on continuous improvement, innovation, and hands on contribution.
• A stable industry leader: Backed by Jubilant Pharma, we pair long-term stability with forward looking innovation.

If you want to build something meaningful with a team that values your drive, skills, and ideas — you belong here.

Job Description: 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 a 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 the 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 provide supporting documentation that meet 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 with technical certification preferred
• EPA 608 Universal Certification Preferred
• Minimum 2 years FDA or other regulated industry 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 That Start on Day One — Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $32.11 – $51.40, with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don’t believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success.

Starting on your first day, you receive:

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Unlock Your Potential

If you’re seeking a dynamic and rewarding career, we welcome your application today.

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.

Our Promise: Caring, Sharing, Growing

We are committed to enhancing value for customers and stakeholders by delivering innovative and economically efficient solutions, always with care for the environment and society