Plant Maintenance/Engineering

The Maintenance Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of all equipment, machinery, and facilities within the pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. This role requires a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems and a deep knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements. The Maintenance Engineer collaborates with cross‑functional teams to maintain equipment reliability, optimize performance, and uphold safety and quality standards.

Equipment Maintenance and Repair:

Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, including but not limited to mixing machines, compression machines, encapsulation machines, coating machines, and packaging machines.

Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime. Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergencies, working with urgency to restore operations while adhering to safety protocols.

Conduct routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities’ machinery and utility equipment.

Collect quotations from vendors and create purchase requisitions for spare and repair parts. Maintain inventory of parts required for preventative maintenance.

Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for spare parts procurement and ensure timely availability of critical components.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment history, and maintenance schedules.

Write SOP, protocols, and maintenance reports for manufacturing and utility equipment.

Author equipment specifications, user and functional requirements specifications, and necessary FAT.

Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and company SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for maintenance and engineering practices.

Identify opportunities for process improvement, reliability enhancement, and cost reduction in collaboration with the engineering and production teams.

Implement and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing and Six Sigma projects.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including production and quality control, to align maintenance activities with production goals and quality standards.

Provide technical support and training to operators and technicians on proper equipment operation and maintenance.

Ensure that maintenance activities are conducted in compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Assist in commissioning or qualification activities of site equipment, building, and utility systems.

Set up and operate all tools and equipment necessary to perform assigned work.

Assign work and resolve routine problems within the Maintenance Department.

Review structural blueprints for new projects. Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, equipment, and regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA guidelines).

Knowledge of utility systems and HVAC systems.

Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and guidelines. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 3 years of experience repairing and maintaining pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging equipment (oral solid dosage experience preferred).

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Incumbent must be available for emergency repairs during off‑shift hours, including weekends and holidays. And willing to accept calls and act on calls from Emergency services and Building Management/ Security monitoring companies during off hours.

We are unable to sponsor any applicants for a work visa or take over sponsorship of a work visa for any applicants, at this time.

This is a non‑exempt position with a starting pay of $36.05 per hour. This pay represents the base hourly rate. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual bonus that aligns with both individual and company performance.

401(k) matching - vested immediately

Medical, Dental and Vision

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

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