What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic - NIGHT SHIFT position at AstraZeneca?
Full‑time | On‑site | Facilities & Engineering | Permanent Night Shift
This position is for Night shift (including overtime/working holidays (double time if falls on your shift)There should be a clear understanding that this is not a stepping stone to a Day Position. This is a Night position and should be considered permanently as such. Rarely do Day positions arise. We'd like someone who has worked this shift previously and excels in it.
Our Coppell manufacturing site is growing, and we’re looking for a skilled, safety‑minded Maintenance Mechanic to help keep our equivalent, utilities, and facility systems running at peak. If you enjoy hands‑on problem‑solving in a fast‑paced, regulated environment, this is an outstanding chance to create an impact.
What You’ll Do
A collaborative team across Quality, Operations, and external equipment vendors to ensure safe, efficient production.pre drugs and the demand is strong and continuing to grow. There's a phenomenal opportunity here to truly impact people's lives for the best! With this growth and potential further growth, you can make a name for yourself and show your greatest impact for the future. It doesn't hurt that this is a great place to work; believes and lives its philosophies, and appreciates its employees.
Additionally
In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; a retirement contribution (hourly roles) Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Apply with us today!
Date Posted
26-Mar-2026
Closing Date
08-Apr-2026
Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
This position is for Night shift (including overtime/working holidays (double time if falls on your shift)There should be a clear understanding that this is not a stepping stone to a Day Position. This is a Night position and should be considered permanently as such. Rarely do Day positions arise. We'd like someone who has worked this shift previously and excels in it.
Our Coppell manufacturing site is growing, and we’re looking for a skilled, safety‑minded Maintenance Mechanic to help keep our equivalent, utilities, and facility systems running at peak. If you enjoy hands‑on problem‑solving in a fast‑paced, regulated environment, this is an outstanding chance to create an impact.
What You’ll Do
- Perform routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance on equipment and utilities
- Install, repair, and maintain systems supporting API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) production
- Maintain equipment files and spare‑parts inventory
- Document work through maintenance orders and change controls
- Support safe operations including lockout/tagout and confined‑space entry
- Troubleshoot and respond quickly to production needs
- High school diploma /GED
- 3 years as a mechanic or operator in pharmaceutical or similar cGMP manufacturing operations
- Knowledge of and experience working in facilities, utilities, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Ability to read and implement technical drawings and (P&IDs, electrical/wiring diagrams, specs)
- Ability to lift 75 lbs and perform physical tasks (stooping, crawling, twisting, kneeling, climbing ladders and walking on roofs, etc.)
- Must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in areas such as: agitator, reactor, heat transfer systems, pressure vessel
- Associate's degree: Mechatronics and related fields
- Journeyman License (Electrical, HVAC, Pipefitter, etc.) or certifications/training certificates related to industrial systems (HVAC, chillers, compressors, water purification system, hydraulic and pneumatic systems)
A collaborative team across Quality, Operations, and external equipment vendors to ensure safe, efficient production.pre drugs and the demand is strong and continuing to grow. There's a phenomenal opportunity here to truly impact people's lives for the best! With this growth and potential further growth, you can make a name for yourself and show your greatest impact for the future. It doesn't hurt that this is a great place to work; believes and lives its philosophies, and appreciates its employees.
Additionally
In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; a retirement contribution (hourly roles) Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Apply with us today!
Date Posted
26-Mar-2026
Closing Date
08-Apr-2026
Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.