Sr. Process Maintenance Technician
About the role
About Site The :70,000‑square‑foot Manassas facility operates within Catalent’s Consumer Health portfolio, supporting programs from early development through commercial manufacturing and packaging. It is designed for dietary supplement and food‑safety cGMP operations, making it distinct from Catalent’s traditional pharmaceutical and biologics manufacturing sites.
We have an opportunity for a Sr. Process Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of hydraulics, belt systems, motors, and other industrial machine mechanisms. This role involves performing emergency and routine maintenance on manufacturing equipment, assisting production personnel, and ensuring minimal downtime. The position requires troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to keep equipment in top working condition.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic preventive maintenance, mechanical repairs, and assist with small-scale process improvement projects.
- Build machine foundations, grind, and file machinery parts.
- Construct and install equipment such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails.
- Review and interpret engineering specifications, schematics, and blueprints to determine work procedures.
- Transfer equipment for maintenance to avoid contamination or safety hazards.
- Use hand tools, measuring tools, welding, and brazing equipment.
- Maintain good housekeeping in mechanical and facility areas.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems including Allen Bradley PLCs, VFDs, conveyors, motors, and pumps.
- Assist plant staff with machinery adjustments and changeovers as needed.
- Report serious equipment malfunctions and suggest corrective actions.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of repair shop, maintenance office, and storage areas.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Food Safety Plan (HACCP), and Food Quality Plan (FQP).
- Ensure high-quality production at every step.
- Participate in all required training to perform job responsibilities successfully.
- Experience with Volpak, Acma, Euromec, and Confitech equipment is highly preferred.
- Use advanced machine shop tools.