Senior Technician Maintenance, 1st shift- Exton, PA

Location: Exton, PA (USA) – onsite (Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)

About the role

As a Senior Technician Maintenance and under supervision, this role is a critical operational position responsible for ensuring the reliability, uptime, and compliance of manufacturing and facility equipment. This includes preventive maintenance execution, troubleshooting equipment failures, supporting production operations, and maintaining regulatory-compliant documentation (e.g., CMMS, GMP records). The ideal candidate will have experience with HVAC, utilities, and electrical systems to support manufacturing operations, engineering, and facility systems, including working with freeze dryers and refrigeration. You will also maintain equipment reliability and respond to unplanned equipment failures in real-time to avoid production disruptions.

dsm-firmenich Biomedical is a market leader in regenerative medicine and the supply of biomaterials for medical devices. The company’s medical device expertise spans one of the broadest portfolios of medical materials, including biostable polyurethanes, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylenes, resorbable polymers, ceramics, collagens, extracellular matrices, silicone hydrogels, device coatings, and drug delivery platforms. Millions of products are produced each year for applications in orthopedics, sports medicine, ophthalmology, general surgery, and cardiology.

Responsibilities

• Install, set up, repair, and maintain new and existing manufacturing tooling and equipment.
• Develop and update maintenance procedures, as necessary.
• Train assembly technicians on the operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Complete entries in Preventative Maintenance Logbooks and Faciliworks program.
• Work with manufacturing personnel to troubleshoot manufacturing process problems.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineering as required.
• Assist with general facility issues relating to plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services to maintain proper working conditions.
• Maintain non-production equipment, which supports production.
• Organize and maintain spare parts inventory for completing timely repairs on all equipment.
• Provide management with periodic reports.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide off-hours support to sustain 24/7 operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; two-year technical degree preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a similar position required.
• Medical device manufacturing or GMP experience preferred; medical materials/chemical manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of VOM, amperage meters.
• Working knowledge of scope & usage of General Work Permitting Procedure & Processes.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Working knowledge of various power and hand tools (e.g., wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, pliers).
• Ability to read and understand schematics.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills plus computer literacy.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, 18 days PTO + 2 floating holidays.
• Full healthcare benefits starting day one – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K with generous company match.
• Comprehensive total rewards package, including annual incentive pay, retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, and recognition programs.
• A place to grow and develop within a purpose-led, performance-driven corporate culture that values people and the planet.
• Opportunity to work on growing brands and make an impact on the business.

Pay

Hourly wage range: $24 - $32 per hour. The salary or hourly wage scale reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and primary work location. In addition to base salary, a comprehensive total rewards package is offered, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs, and other benefits.

About Dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. While making a difference, we’ll ensure you’re growing too, with continuous learning, a supportive culture, and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here, and your ideas are essential to our future.