Technician - Elect and Contr

Jubilant Pharma, LLC; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 54,511 - 73,756; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier Spokane is seeking an Electrical and Controls Technician to be part of an industry-leading pharmaceutical manufacturing team. This role involves troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of production equipment across the facility while ensuring compliance with cGMP requirements.

Qualified candidates will hold a High School Diploma with 4+ years of related experience, particularly in PLC systems. This position offers immediate benefits and growth opportunities, making it an ideal career choice for skilled professionals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 4+ years related experience required.
• Rockwell (ControlLogix/SLC), legacy platforms required.
• HMI/SCADA (FactoryTalk) required.
• Electrical safety required.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) awareness required.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting and repair for PLC-based control systems.
• Support process and facility equipment including HVAC systems.
• Lead electrical troubleshooting for low- and high-voltage systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Utilize standard software and control platforms effectively.

Skills

Electrical safety

Mechanical Aptitude

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

AAS Degree or Technical Certification

Tools

PLC programming software

HMI/SCADA tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/SAP

Job description

Jubilant HollisterStier Spokane is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

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 lifechanging 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.

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 Electrical and Controls Technician holds a general responsibility for production equipment throughout the manufacturing facility with regard to all controls (including PLCs), electrical and mechanical projects and repairs. The technician will provide lead support in various maintenance tasks related to preventive maintenance, updating, repairing, optimizing and installing existing and new equipment. The technician will also support electrical projects initiated by maintenance work orders, Maintenance Management or Engineering Personnel.

• Provide troubleshooting, repair, modification, and preventive maintenance for PLC-based control systems, loop controllers, VFDs, HMIs, chart recorders, and associated instrumentation across manufacturing and utility systems.
• Execute work in accordance with cGMP requirements. Use and maintain documentation systems including work orders, change control, SOPs, calibration/PM records, and validation deliverables. Ensure data integrity and proper record completion.
• Support process and facility equipment including, but not limited to, sterilizers, lyophilizers, filling lines, cappers, HVAC systems, chillers, and related utilities.
• Maintain and troubleshoot legacy PLC and control systems (e.g., obsolescence management, spare strategy, backups). Support system upgrades, migrations, and standardization efforts, including implementation of revised control logic and hardware replacements.
• Lead electrical troubleshooting and repair activities for low- and high-voltage systems (up to 480 VAC). Execute work safely in accordance with NFPA 70E and site procedures while supporting installations, capital projects, and facility modifications.
• Read, interpret, and modify control logic. Clearly document and communicate programming changes and system behavior to support investigations, deviations, and root cause analysis. Maintain accurate control system documentation and backups.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, loop diagrams, P&IDs, panel layouts, and mechanical drawings, including pneumatic, gas, vacuum, and high‑pressure systems.
• Apply knowledge of AC/DC circuits, motor controls, instrumentation, and test equipment to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently.
• Utilize standard software and control platforms, including PLC programming software, HMI/SCADA tools, and basic industrial networking. Proficiency with Microsoft Office required; experience with ERP (e.g., SAP) preferred.
• Execute work with minimal supervision and demonstrate ownership of assigned systems, including reliability improvement and follow-through on corrective actions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• 4+ years related experience required
• Rockwell (ControlLogix/SLC), legacy platforms (PLC-5, SLC 500 required).
• HMI/SCADA (FactoryTalk) required.
• Mechanical Aptitude required
• Electrical safety required
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), arc flash awareness (NFPA 70E), confined space awareness (as applicable) required
• Manual Dexterity required
• Read and understand construction and machine drawings required
• AAS Degree or Technical Certification desired
• Pharmaceutical Experience/Regulated Industry Experience preferred
• Advanced Vocational/Specialized Knowledge preferred
• Microsoft Word preferred
• ERP/SAP preferred
• Basic exchange of information
• Subject to detailed instructions / established routines
• Analytical, Logistical and Problem‑Solving Skills
• Managing conflict and influencing outcomes
• Strong Attention to Detail
• Ability to Communicate Effectively Across all Levels of the Organization
• Ability to Influence Change and Manage Outcomes
• Problem Solving
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Vision Requirements

¿ Pass Color Deficiency Test

Respirator Requirements

¿ Respirator Clearance Required

Other Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 60 pounds unassisted
• Exposure to Allergens
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Twisting
• Job work will require the Technician to move throughout the facility on an as needed basis.
• The maintenance technician shall be able to achieve and maintain aseptic gown certification for working/troubleshooting in aseptic manufacturing environments.
• Travel <10%
• Working in Aseptic Areas
• Exposure to Allergens
• Routine environment with simple rules and detailed instruction

Location: Spokane, WA — On Site, Full-Time

Shift: Monday-Friday | 8:00AM-5:00PM

Compensation & Benefits That Start on Day One — Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $39.57 – $53.54, 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. Apply online:

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.

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COMPANY : Jubilant HollisterStier Spokane