Pharmaceutical Production & Facilities Maintenance Technician (1st shift)

About the role

Allied Reliability is seeking a Pharmaceutical Production & Facilities Maintenance Technician in Hamilton, NY.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all production equipment and facility systems in a reliable and safe operating condition through preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot, modify, and repair support systems and equipment as needed.
• Perform installation of equipment following standard operating procedures.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new electrical systems and PLCs.
• Stay current with technological advancements in PLCs to contribute innovative solutions to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, including logs, reports, and work orders.
• Work with internal and external entities to complete repairs and improvements on plant facilities and equipment.
• Provide support, guidance, and training for co-workers as directed/needed.
• Must understand the operation of production equipment and facility support systems to provide reliable equipment performance and minimal downtime through effective preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.
• Coordinate downtime, troubleshooting, and repair with production departments.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and associated paperwork as assigned.
• Coordinate shutdown activities to ensure all planned activities are accomplished.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years' experience in trade or comparable training.
• Experience with equipment, machinery, and systems in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.
• In-depth knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Familiarity with electrical systems, motors, drives, and instrumentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective teamwork.
• Understanding of safety protocols and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment with rotating shifts if required.
• May be required to carry an electronic device for 24-hour call-in.
• Knowledge of GMPs preferred.
• Previous experience with PLCs is desired.
• Electrical experience highly desired.

On-site aseptic technique training is provided for clean room responsibilities.