MAINT TECHNICIAN I

JRS Pharma LP is seeking an experienced 3rd shift Maintenance Technician to join our growing U.S. Cedar Rapids, IA team as a key contributor to our maintenance operations. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the safe, efficient, and precise operation of equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support production goals. At JRS Pharma, we take pride in turning natural, renewable resources into high-quality excipient solutions that advance global healthcare.

About the role

The Maintenance Technician will perform all required maintenance of the plant facilities and equipment in accordance with all Regulatory Requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices in a safe, efficient manner. This position upholds JRS Pharma's commitment to precision, compliance, and customer satisfaction while driving operational efficiency on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain plant equipment and facilities.
• Schedule and perform routine PM maintenance and lubrications.
• Repair, calibrate, and test plant equipment as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment.
• Coordinate and work with vendors and contractors when on-site.
• Maintain records for calibration and maintenance work performed.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Participate in continued improvement initiatives.
• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment and tools.
• Follow safe work practices to maintain safe working conditions.
• Clean building exteriors and grounds; assist in snow and ice removal.
• Assist in ordering and inventorying all necessary supplies and parts to perform required duties.
• Perform routine audits for maintenance and safety.
• Perform work in confined spaces.
• Perform duties while using a ladder.
• Execute other responsibilities and projects as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Technical/trade school certification.
• Use of hand and power tools.
• Electrical troubleshooting and use of electrical test equipment.
• Perform mechanical repairs.
• Minimum of 3 years of electrical and mechanical maintenance in an industrial production environment.
• Instrumentation and DCS/PLC experience.

Physical Requirements

• 24-hour-a-day availability required.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and be forklift certified.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds.
• Must be able to wear a respirator and able to work at high altitudes.
• Highly safety-sensitive position.

Pay

$26.72–$38.17 hourly.