Sr. Maintenance Technician

- United States - VWR International; Bakersfield (CA); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 84.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Avantor is seeking a proactive Senior Maintenance Technician for the Bakersfield, CA facility to install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment and fixtures. The role includes updating maintenance records, diagnosing issues, and escalating complex problems as needed.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in ISO/fda/cGMP environments and possess strong electrical, pneumatic, PLC, and welding skills, with a hands-on, safety-conscious mindset and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifikationen

• High school education or GED equivalent.
• 5+ years in ISO/fDA-regulated or cGMP environment and able to troubleshoot independently.
• Experience with vacuum and fluid pumps.
• Experience with steam systems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of process piping, valves, conveyors, electrical systems, and safety.

Aufgaben

• Independently troubleshoot machinery and equipment as needed.
• Provide guidance and training with lower-level associates.
• Perform preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic equipment, conveyors, and production machines; consult diagrams and manuals to diagnose problems.
• Maintain equipment parts inventory and supplies.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment by following procedures and regulations.
• Maintain accurate history logs for all machines to aid problem diagnosis.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairs; maintain electrical, hydraulic, PLC, and pneumatic systems.
• Repair and maintain facility equipment.
• Strive to improve machine performance and minimize downtime through planning and rapid repairs.
• Provide mechanical support for production personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Pneumatics

PLC logic

Welding

Maintenance

Safety awareness

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum pumps

Steam systems

Power tools

Jobbeschreibung

The Opportunity

Avantor is looking for a proactive and handy Senior Maintenance Technician to optimize our NuSil team, delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives.

This role will be a full-time position based out of our Bakersfield, CA facility. You will have the opportunity to install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment / fixtures. This includes updating maintenance records, troubleshooting problems, and escalating non-routine or complicated issues.

If you have experience in maintaining large manufacturing facilities and are enthusiastic about solving complex challenges and driving innovation - let’s talk!

What we're looking for

• Education: High school education or GED equivalent.


• Experience: 5+ years working in an ISO certified, FDA-regulated, or cGMP environment and independently troubleshooting equipment.


• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  
  
  • Experience with vacuum and fluid pumps.
  
  
  • Experience with steam systems.
  
  
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  
  
  • Equipment/facility maintenance, technical understanding, basic safety, and knowledge of power tools.
  
  
  • Strong attention to detail.
  
  
  • Flexible and self-motivated.
  
  
  • Knowledge of process piping, auto valves, exhaust/dust collection systems, and screw/belt conveyors.
  
  
  • Must be able to work on gearboxes, agitators, and pumps.
  
  
  • Ability to repair electrical/mechanical machinery throughout the plant; necessary skills include electrical, pneumatics, PLC logic, and welding.
  
  
  
  

How you will thrive and create an impact

• Independently troubleshoot machinery and equipment as needed.


• Provide additional guidance and training with lower-level associates.


• Ensure machinery and mechanical equipment operate properly by completing preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic equipment, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; and troubleshooting malfunctions.


• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory levels.


• Maintains a safe, clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.


• Maintains accurate history logs for all machines to help identify and diagnose problems.


• Assists in troubleshooting and repairs, and maintains electrical and electronic circuitry, hydraulic systems, plumbing, valving, filters, tanks, pumps, etc.


• Repairs and maintains facility equipment.


• Strives to improve machine performance and minimize downtime through planning and quick, thorough repairs.


• Provides mechanical support for production personnel.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

Pay Transparency

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $52,000.00 - $83,950.00. Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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