Maintenance Technician III - Weekday Night Shift

Join a Leader in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing - And Build What's Next

As Spokane's Largest Manufacturing Company, Jubilant HollisterStier LLC is a well-established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.
We are nationally recognized for our expertise in producing sterile injectable vials and lyophilized products, and our Allergy business is a global leader in allergenic extracts that support treatments for allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is proudly part of the global, Jubilant Pharma family. established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.

For the Builders, Innovators, and Doers - This Is Your Place

If you are someone who thrives on solving complex problems, improving systems, and building real solutions, you'll feel at home here. At Jubilant HollisterStier, your ideas matter - and your impact is felt globally.

Why builders choose us:

• Immediate impact: Your work directly supports essential medicines and allergenic therapies used worldwide.
• Benefits start on day one: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life, AD&D, and Disability benefits begin immediately because your well-being shouldn't have a waiting period.
• A career you can grow: We provide opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises, with midpoint compensation reserved for high performance and longevity.
• A culture of improvement: We value people who thrive on continuous improvement, innovation, and hands on contribution.
• A stable industry leader: Backed by Jubilant Pharma, we pair long term stability with forward looking innovation.

If you want to build something meaningful with a team that values your drive, skills, and ideas - you belong here.

Job Description:

The Maintenance Tech III holds a general responsibility for facility or production equipment throughout the manufacturing facility with regard to all controls, electrical projects, and equipment repair. The technician will support all Maintenance tasks related to preventive maintenance, updating, repairing, optimizing and installing existing and new controls equipment. The technician will also support electrical projects initiated by Maintenance work orders, Maintenance Management or Project Engineering Personnel.

1. Provide controls expertise on programmable logic controllers (PLCs), loop control equipment, variable frequency drives, chart recorders and operator interface devices. These devices may be used in sterilizers, lyophilizers, filling machines, air handlers, chillers, vial cappers, etc. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairs, performance of preventive maintenance, provide programming changes when required.
2. Communicate controller programming information to others in an informative way. Individual must be able to provide detailed guidance to other maintenance technicians, and to be able to complete tasks with general supervision from the maintenance management and engineering staff.
3. May be required to provide low voltage (<480V) electrical assistance while providing support for facility renovations, equipment installations, maintenance work orders, etc.
4. Read and understand construction and machine blue prints, including machine drawings, building construction floor plans, P&ID diagrams, electrical drawings, schematics for pneumatic, gas supply, vacuum and high pressure piping systems.
5. Understand DC, AC circuits, motor control and measuring techniques.
6. Computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite proficiency, software installation and upgrades, basic computer repair, and a basic understanding of computer networking. Previous experience with SAP desired.

Responsible for understanding the proper use of engineering and maintenance documentation, which is required under cGMPs. Examples include the Maintenance Work Order System, the Critical Change Request System, SOP documentation, Validation documentation, etc.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma with specific coursework in PLC & Electronics
• AAS Degree & Technical Certification preferred
• 5-10 years related experience
• Microsoft Word
• Mechanical Aptitude; along with PLC duties the position will also provide mechanical maintenance support as directed by maintenance management.
• Manual Dexterity
• Read and understand construction and machine blue prints
• The incumbent must possess the knowledge typically attained through successful completion of a two year degree in a technical discipline or a technical certification with 5 to 10 years of practical experience in a process controls or applications type position. This includes the ability to write complex and detailed reports to document work completed.
• The specialized knowledge required to perform this job requires a minimum of 3-5 years of electrical and PLC programming experience in a regulated industry, preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing. Maintenance or construction experience is a plus.
• Basic exchange of information
• Subject to detailed instructions / established routines
• Subject to practices/well defined policy, management reviews results after the fact
• The PLC Maintenance Technician will be involved in multiple projects, work-orders and PMs requiring careful planning to assure completion of tasks in order of their priority. This position will allow the candidate freedom to schedule how they spend their time within the work schedules and deadlines.
• Provides analysis, diagnosis or production tasks which noticeably impact end results
• In the maintenance support role, the candidate will influence corrective decisions and provide critical support to ensure that goals are met.
• Lead Experience, Pharmaceutical Experience, FDA Regulated Industry Experience preferred
• Advanced Vocational/Specialized Knowledge preferred
• PLC Certified programming certifications preferred
• Microsoft Excel experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• 20/30 Near-Point Corrected Vision
• Ability to lift 60 pounds unassisted
• Exposure to Allergens
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Twisting
• Job work will require the Technician to move throughout the facility on an as needed basis.
• The maintenance technician shall be able to achieve and maintain aseptic gown certification for working/troubleshooting in aseptic manufacturing environments.
• Travel >10%
• Working in Aseptic Areas
• Exposure to Allergens
• Routine environment with simple rules and detailed instruct
• Managing conflict and influencing outcomes
• There will be latitude in the application of problem solving strategies, but within the context of current industry practices and cGMP and with an appropriate level of input from senior level employees.

Location: Spokane, WA - On Site, Full- -Time

Shift: Monday - Wednesday and alternating Thursdays, 6pm-6am

Compensation & Benefits That Start on Day One - Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $31.00 - $41.94 hourly + 10% shift differential with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don't believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success.

Starting on your first day, you receive:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Unlock Your Potential

If you're seeking a dynamic and rewarding career, we welcome your application today. Apply online:

Careers - Jubilant HollisterStier

Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you require assistance applying for a position, contact:
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