Lead Maintenance Techncian

Position Summary

Under minimal supervision, the Lead Maintenance Technician performs a wide variety of duties to set up, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair departmental machinery and related equipment while supporting operational reliability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair machine systems within training and tool limitations.
• Cookordinate and oversee repairs performed by outside service technicians and evaluate equipment modifications when necessary.
• Perform all duties associated with Compression Department Operator IV, V, VI, and VII levels.
• Assist with evaluating new equipment needs and equipment performance.
• Train department personnel and support onboarding and development of new technicians.
• Evaluate OEM replacement parts to identify cost-saving opportunities and assist with inventory management.
• Review equipment modifications with leadership and Product Development (R&D/PE) teams to address new product requirements.
• Assist other departments with mechanical repairs and technical support as needed.
• Follow all Piramal Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical Trade School education or mechanical certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of previous mechanical maintenance experience in a related field.
• Completion of Operator IV, V, VI, and VII Skills Inventory requirements preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Self-directed, reliable, flexible, and highly motivated.
• Ability to train, mentor, and support technicians.

Physical Demands

• Lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 300 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, handling tools and equipment, speaking, and hearing.
• Must be capable of working around chemicals present in the manufacturing environment.
• May require overtime, weekends, or schedule flexibility based on business needs.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to production equipment and machinery.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as applicable.

Piramal Pharma Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.