Facilities Maintenance Technician (3rd Shift)

Fagron•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Facilities Maintenance Technician maintains and improves the reliability, safety, and efficiency of the facility and equipment supporting sterile pharmaceutical production at Fagron’s Canton, Massachusetts facility. The role calls for hands-on technical skills, attention to detail, and strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The ideal candidate has experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, a strong mechanical or electrical background, and a proactive approach to preventive and corrective maintenance. The technician works with internal departments, customers, vendors, and Quality; coordinates vendor tasks and schedules; and supports production and engineering needs. The position may also involve occasional on-call or weekend maintenance support. Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. Items over 50 pounds require a team lift. Fagron describes its workplace as dynamic, open, and informal, with opportunities for growth in an expanding international pharmaceutical company. The role offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a performance package.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of maintenance experience in a regulated manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment.
Working knowledge of cGMP, FDA, and cleanroom operational standards.
Demonstrated experience with maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment manuals.
Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and limited automation systems.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Reliable and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Availability for occasional on-call or weekend maintenance support.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing; ability to lift or move items over 50 pounds, with team lifts required for items over 50 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade school certification in HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance.
Experience in 503B, 503A, medical device, or biotech environments.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain plant equipment and building infrastructure according to manufacturer specifications and SOPs, in compliance with cGMP.
Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test equipment, and make appropriate adjustments.
Maintain facility and equipment in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
Use and update the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Maintain spare-parts inventory and order and restock parts as needed.
Partner with Quality and follow applicable procedures, including change controls, work orders, and investigations, for building equipment and infrastructure.
Understand and monitor the Building Management System (BMS) and coordinate with Environmental Monitoring on temperature, relative humidity, and pressure issues.
Communicate work status and service-impacting issues with internal departments, customers, and vendors.
Coordinate tasks and scheduling with vendor resources.
Facilitate office and small-equipment moves.
Perform other related duties as assigned.