Maintenance Technician 3

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician 3 is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of manufacturing equipment at our facility. This role requires a higher level of technical expertise and autonomy compared to a lower level maintenance technician, with a focus on complex troubleshooting, repairs, continuous improvement, and mentoring.

Primary Duties

• Perform advanced preventive and corrective maintenance on sophisticated manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and automated systems independently.
• Contribute to root-cause analysis efforts to prevent recurring equipment issues.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to entry-level technicians.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FDA regulations, GMP, ISO standards, and safety protocols.
• Utilize and maintain accurate records in computerized maintenance management systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime.
• Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 3 years of related experience with intermediate to advanced‑level troubleshooting, schematic and print reading, and mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in electro-mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing of electro-mechanical systems.
• Associate’s degree preferred with experience in electro-mechanical, high-speed manufacturing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience working in a cGMP/Regulated environment desired.
• Able to read ladder logic and troubleshoot/repair PLC’s, electrical systems, AC/DC drive systems, and mechanical systems desired.
• Proficiency in machining, welding, and fabricating a plus.
• Basic Computer Skills required; must be experienced and proficient in the use of email, Windows Operating Systems, and basic Microsoft Office tools (specifically Word & Excel).

Key Skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.
• Analyze data and make decisions and recommendations using data to guide decision‑making and provide suggestions for improvement.
• Written communications, including the ability to communicate technical data in written form.
• Perseverance; demonstrates perseverance and a focus on outcomes.
• Make timely decisions by quickly choosing effective solutions in high‑pressure situations for optimal outcomes.
• Practicing time management to allocate tasks, balance priorities, and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Skilled in MS Office tools including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel — Intermediate; applies skills independently in most situations and handles moderately complex tasks with occasional guidance.
• Functionally required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and the like.
• Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Domestic travel required: 0% of time.
• International travel required: 0% of time.

Additional Position Information

• Direct support of high-speed automated process equipment operating on a 24/7 2-2-3 schedule.
• Minimum of 100 million medical devices manufactured annually.
• /- 400,000 devices manufactured per business day.

Salary : $28 - $41