Senior Technician, Maintenance

About the role

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunities for collaboration internationally, offering visibility and the chance to directly contribute to the company's success. This role oversees and conducts advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and modifications to improve equipment reliability and performance of electrical/mechanical systems, including high-speed filling/packaging lines, fermentation, bioreactors, autoclaves, clean utilities, clean room HVAC, power plant/utilities, automation, and freeze dryers.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill work order information in SAP on a timely basis and confirm status.
• Assist in developing detailed individual training programs to increase knowledge of assigned maintenance and operational fields.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and on-the-job trainer for less experienced technicians.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and detailed failure analysis to determine root causes.
• Oversee the completion of the Preventative Maintenance plan on time and in compliance.
• Coordinate the work of outside contractors for basic to advanced projects or to supplement the workforce.
• Contribute to cross-functional equipment improvement teams focusing on performance and reliability.
• Support training of production and maintenance personnel on basic operations and care of electro-mechanical equipment.
• Provide supervisory relief and coverage as needed to support business priorities and critical tasks.
• Respond to all maintenance emergencies and anticipate potential issues, providing effective technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and implement advanced technical corrective actions for equipment performance issues.

Requirements

• High School Diploma + 8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Associate’s Degree/Technical Diploma (relevant field of study) + 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Bachelor’s Degree (relevant field of study) + 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a regulated industry.
• Knowledge of and adherence to EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) requirements.
• Advanced-level problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficient verbal and written communication.
• Intermediate to advanced computer literacy.
• Basic leadership skills.
• Advanced technical coaching and mentoring abilities.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Intermediate to advanced data analytics skills.
• Able to read and redline blueprints/P&IDs.
• Knowledge of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

About the Company

At Boehringer Ingelheim, we foster a culture where differences are our strengths, and we support employees in building meaningful careers. We prioritize your development and offer a respectful, friendly environment where everyone is valued. Our workplace is independent, authentic, and bold, tackling challenging work while ensuring health and well-being through various programs and initiatives. We invest in global accessibility to healthcare and drive innovation to transform lives for generations.