Maintenance Technician I
Avantor, Carpinteria, CA, United States
Overview
Avantor is looking for a Maintenance Technician (First Shift) to join our team in Carpentaria, CA.
The Maintenance Technician will install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment and fixtures. The Technician conducts basic maintenance activities primarily on machinery and related equipment, maintains repair and maintenance records, and troubleshoots problems and escalates non-routine and complex issues. Work Schedule: 1st Shift: 7am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday.
Responsibilities
Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic equipment, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
Maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level.
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Maintain accurate history logs for all machines for use in identifying and diagnosing problems.
Assist in troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance of electrical and electronic circuitry; hydraulic systems, plumbing, valving, filters, tanks, pumps, etc.
Repair and maintain facility equipment.
Strive to improve machine performance and minimize downtime through prior planning and quick, thorough machine repairs.
Provide mechanical support for production personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Minimum high school diploma; higher continuing education in a related area considered a plus.
Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years of maintenance, mechanical or electrical experience in an industrial or educational setting.
Must be able to work on gearboxes, agitators, and pumps.
Equipment/facility maintenance, technical understanding, basic safety, and power tools knowledge.
Knowledge of process piping, auto valves, exhaust/dust collection systems, and screw/belt conveyors.
Thorough understanding of maintenance, reliability, Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance, and Process Safety Management best practices (preferred).
Experience in an ISO Certified, FDA Regulated, or cGMP environment (preferred).
Preferred industry experience with machine setup fundamentals and solid troubleshooting skills.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to repair electrical/mechanical machinery throughout the plant; necessary skills include electrical, pneumatics, PLC logic, welding.
Additional Information
Disclaimer:
The statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification and are not exhaustive. Avantor is an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work changes people’s lives for the better; it supports patient treatments, medical devices, and improved outcomes. We are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture and career growth.
Apply today!
Pay Transparency
The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $50,000.00 - $80,500.00. Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please view the Know Your Rights poster for more information.
Privacy Policy
We will use the personal information submitted to consider your application. For details, please view our Privacy Policy. It explains the purposes for which we will use your information, how it will be handled and retained, and your rights. For questions, contact us.
3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy
By submitting candidates without formal assignment on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on submitted candidates. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will not be accepting solicitation outside approved processes.
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Avantor is looking for a Maintenance Technician (First Shift) to join our team in Carpentaria, CA.
The Maintenance Technician will install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment and fixtures. The Technician conducts basic maintenance activities primarily on machinery and related equipment, maintains repair and maintenance records, and troubleshoots problems and escalates non-routine and complex issues. Work Schedule: 1st Shift: 7am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday.
Responsibilities
Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic equipment, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
Maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level.
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Maintain accurate history logs for all machines for use in identifying and diagnosing problems.
Assist in troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance of electrical and electronic circuitry; hydraulic systems, plumbing, valving, filters, tanks, pumps, etc.
Repair and maintain facility equipment.
Strive to improve machine performance and minimize downtime through prior planning and quick, thorough machine repairs.
Provide mechanical support for production personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Minimum high school diploma; higher continuing education in a related area considered a plus.
Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years of maintenance, mechanical or electrical experience in an industrial or educational setting.
Must be able to work on gearboxes, agitators, and pumps.
Equipment/facility maintenance, technical understanding, basic safety, and power tools knowledge.
Knowledge of process piping, auto valves, exhaust/dust collection systems, and screw/belt conveyors.
Thorough understanding of maintenance, reliability, Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance, and Process Safety Management best practices (preferred).
Experience in an ISO Certified, FDA Regulated, or cGMP environment (preferred).
Preferred industry experience with machine setup fundamentals and solid troubleshooting skills.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to repair electrical/mechanical machinery throughout the plant; necessary skills include electrical, pneumatics, PLC logic, welding.
Additional Information
Disclaimer:
The statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification and are not exhaustive. Avantor is an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work changes people’s lives for the better; it supports patient treatments, medical devices, and improved outcomes. We are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture and career growth.
Apply today!
Pay Transparency
The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $50,000.00 - $80,500.00. Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please view the Know Your Rights poster for more information.
Privacy Policy
We will use the personal information submitted to consider your application. For details, please view our Privacy Policy. It explains the purposes for which we will use your information, how it will be handled and retained, and your rights. For questions, contact us.
3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy
By submitting candidates without formal assignment on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on submitted candidates. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will not be accepting solicitation outside approved processes.
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