Maintenance Technician Jr-1st Shift

About Us

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates develop, manufacture, and supply essential medicines, offering over 760 high-quality generic, specialty, and branded pharmaceutical products. We serve hospitals, physicians, and pharmacists across North America, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe through a global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ employees. Our commitment is to make high-quality medicines accessible to those who need them.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician I is an entry-level maintenance position designed for individuals looking to begin or advance their career in pharmaceutical manufacturing maintenance. This role provides hands-on experience performing scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) activities on production equipment while working alongside experienced maintenance professionals.

Responsibilities

• Report to the shift supervisor at the start of each shift and receive assigned preventive maintenance work orders.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities on production and support equipment.
• Prioritize maintenance tasks on equipment that is out of service to ensure rapid turnaround and support production startup schedules.
• Complete all assigned PMs accurately and within established deadlines.
• Maintain a zero-overdue PM status by effectively managing assigned workload.
• Follow all company safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Accurately document completed maintenance activities in maintenance management systems and work orders.
• Utilize basic hand tools and testing equipment, including volt meters, to perform maintenance tasks.
• Work collaboratively with production, engineering, and maintenance personnel to support operational goals.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance work areas.

Qualifications

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, automotive, military, facilities, or related environment or graduation from an accredited technical, vocational, or trade school in a maintenance-related field.
• Basic understanding of preventive maintenance principles and practices.
• Ability to read and use a volt meter safely and effectively.
• Understanding of the differences between standard and metric measurement systems.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment maintenance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain gown qualification required for work in controlled manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow written procedures and work instructions.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision after training.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety and compliance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleanroom gowning.
• Ability to lift and carry maintenance tools and equipment as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Basic troubleshooting skills for mechanical and electrical equipment.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $26.00 per hour. Compensation may vary based on factors such as work location, prior experience, job-related knowledge, relevant skills, and current business needs.

Schedule

1st Shift (Tuesday through Saturday)

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential.
• Auto-enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay, with a 100% match of the first 6% of eligible pay contributed.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date), with additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries.
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date).
• 11 company-paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits.
• Employee discount program.
• Wellbeing rewards program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Career advancement and growth opportunities.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.