Maintenance Technician

About the role

This Maintenance Technician role is based in Clackamas, OR and supports the IFF Health & Biosciences team. The position maintains all company encapsulation and packaging equipment, ensuring optimal working order through installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of production and facility systems.

Schedule

• Shift: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM, Monday - Friday
• Additional $1.00 per hour shift differential
• May exceed 40 hours per week based on business needs
• On-call status and/or 6-7 day work weeks may be required depending on maintenance and production needs

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and emergency repairs on plant utilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic systems using test instruments.
• Assist production until the daily schedule is complete.
• Collaborate with operators and contact vendors for parts and supplies.
• Install new equipment and assist with machinery setup for scheduled production runs.
• Make corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs during production, diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, and test adjustments.
• Perform prioritized and scheduled maintenance repairs.
• Understand production systems and machinery to diagnose failures, minimize downtime, and anticipate wear through routine observation and operator feedback.
• Maintain basic facilities and infrastructure (chillers, boilers, plumbing, electrical, HVAC) through preventative maintenance and unscheduled repairs.
• Adhere to cGMP, quality, and safety standards, including passing job-related tests and certifications (re-qualification required annually).
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Preferred: High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum: Technical classes related to the job.
• 4-5 years of mechanical experience.
• Valid driver’s license (ability to drive and pick up parts).
• Preferred: Forklift certification.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Experience with FDA/cGMP compliance is preferred.
• Legal right to work in the United States.

Skills

• Clear focus on high-quality production.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Positive demeanor and dependability in attendance and job duties.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and challenging the status quo.