What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Biospectra Inc?
Position Summary
The BioSpectra Maintenance Technician is responsible for conducting machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventive machine service to ensure continuous operations.
Major Roles and Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Reliability
- Maintain all production processes and related equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production and support equipment.
- Conduct emergency and unscheduled repairs during production to minimize downtime.
- Complete scheduled maintenance repairs during planned machine service periods.
- Install new process equipment and assist with equipment upgrades or modifications.
Mechanical, Electrical & Technical Support
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on production machinery.
- Diagnose equipment malfunctions using manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
- Read and interpret technical documentation, equipment manuals, and work orders to complete repairs accurately.
Work Order & Documentation Management
- Perform assigned maintenance work orders within required timeframes.
- Accurately document all maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections in applicable logs or CMMS systems.
- Communicate equipment status, recurring issues, and repair needs to supervisors or production teams.
Safety, Compliance & Environmental Stewardship
- Comply with all OSHA safety and health regulations and company safety policies.
- Follow lockout/tagout, confined space, and other safety protocols as required.
- Ensure waste generated during maintenance activities is handled, stored, and disposed of in compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
Tools, Housekeeping & Shop Practices
- Safely operate power tools, hand tools, and shop equipment required for maintenance tasks.
- Maintain good housekeeping practices within maintenance areas and production environments.
- Ensure tools, equipment, and workspaces are kept organized and serviceable.
Continuous Improvement & Operational Support
- Support production operations by responding promptly to equipment issues.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, and maintenance efficiency.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management to support operational needs.
Qualifications
One year of related mechanical or building experience
Technical training; exposure to high-speed equipment
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude to work with various tools and machines
Good math skills for measuring and cutting
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
Must be able to push, pull, lift, bend, stoop, crawl, climb, and twist throughout the shift
Detail Oriented
Ability to learn cGMP and Safety programs.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
Technical training; exposure to high-speed equipment
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude to work with various tools and machines
Good math skills for measuring and cutting
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
Must be able to push, pull, lift, bend, stoop, crawl, climb, and twist throughout the shift
Detail Oriented
Ability to learn cGMP and Safety programs.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English