Maintenance Technician [THURS-SUN]

About the role

Piramal Critical Care (PCC), a business unit of Piramal Pharma, is the fourth-largest producer of inhaled anesthetics and a global player in hospital generics. We deliver critical care solutions for patients and healthcare providers worldwide, maintaining a presence across the US, Europe, and over 100 countries. Our product portfolio includes Inhalation Anesthetics (Sevoflurane, Isoflurane, Halothane) and Intrathecal Baclofen therapy for spasticity management. We operate state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the United States and India, inspected by the US FDA, UK MHRA, and other regulators.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair machinery, process equipment, utilities equipment, facility structures, motors, electrical components, instrumentation, and piping systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) and set-ups/changeovers on packaging equipment.
• Monitor machinery to ensure efficient and reliable operation with minimal downtime, maintaining compliance with cGMPs.
• Document all work performed in log books/SAP and manage inventory of change parts/spare parts.
• Troubleshoot vision systems, serialization equipment, barcode readers, and PLCs.
• Collaborate with Engineering to install, troubleshoot, and improve packaging equipment.
• Propose and implement ideas to improve equipment efficiency and throughput.
• Assist packaging technicians on the line and prepare for scheduled packaging batch runs.
• Move materials within the finished goods warehouse area.
• Read and follow machine operation manuals and schematics.
• Utilize a computer for work-related tasks.
• Assist with other shop maintenance duties as needed.
• Be flexible with working hours and perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or technical school diploma (required).
• Associate Degree in Electromechanical Technology or equivalent certification (preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a pharmaceutical environment (required).
• Packaging line experience (preferred).
• cGMP experience (a plus).
• Strong technical background and mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and pneumatics (required).
• Knowledge of serialization and electromechanical systems, including Servo and PLC-driven machinery.
• Familiarity with packaging machines (cartooning, labeling, liquid filling).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of electricity, basic electronics, hardware, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to gown and work in protective gear as required by SOP.
• Familiarity with GMPs.
• Ability to operate a forklift (preferred).

Skills

• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work hours.

Physical Requirements

• Excellent vision.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to use hand tools safely.
• Ability to bend, reach, stretch, and work in tight spaces.

Schedule

Thursday–Sunday