Maintenance Technician III (1st shift)

Novonesis•Madison, WI

3d•$27 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Engineering & Maintenance team and play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our manufacturing facility. As a Maintenance Technician III, you will bring advanced technical expertise to maintain complex process equipment, utilities, and facilities within a cGMP-regulated environment. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to product quality and operational excellence while supporting a collaborative, safety-first culture. The Role & Your Impact Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, Supervisor, and Lead, you will take ownership of advanced maintenance activities, troubleshoot complex issues, and help drive equipment reliability and continuous improvement across the site.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in an FDA-regulated or controlled manufacturing environment (food ingredients, live cultures, or pharmaceutical preferred)
Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and follow-up skills
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment while executing preventative maintenance programs
Advanced knowledge of industrial maintenance systems including motors, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, instrumentation, boilers, chillers, and related equipment
Ability to work effectively as a team player while also operating independently when needed
Positive attitude with a willingness to teach and support operators and team members
Strong commitment to attendance, reliability, and adherence to company policies and procedures
Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or varying shifts as required
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation

Nice To Haves

10+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
Knowledge of cGMP, sanitation standards, food safety, and regulatory compliance
Experience working independently in low-support or off-shift environments
Proficiency using lifts (scissor lift, boom lift), forklifts, rigging, and overhead hoists
Experience with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods
Ability to read and interpret PLC logic, control wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment drawings
Hands-on technical skills such as welding, pipe fitting, machining, fabrication, pump/valve rebuilds, and basic electrical work
Experience in water treatment, boiler operation, vibration analysis, or oil analysis
EPA certification and experience with refrigerant systems (preferred)

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of machinery, process equipment, and facility systems in a food manufacturing environment
Diagnose root causes of equipment failures, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Accurately complete maintenance documentation (paper and electronic) in compliance with cGMP requirements, including CMMS entries, parts requests, and lifecycle activities
Maintain and ensure reliable operation of utility systems including HVAC, dust collection, pumps, valves, compressors, plumbing, heat exchangers, and electrical systems
Respond to unplanned downtime, restore operations efficiently, and document all maintenance activities
Identify and communicate spare parts, tools, and inventory requirements to maintain operational readiness
Train and support maintenance and operations personnel on equipment, procedures, and best practices
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, efficiency, energy reduction, and cost savings
Follow all cGMP, SOP, and quality requirements, and promptly report deviations
Develop, review, and improve preventive maintenance procedures and work instructions
Promote a strong safety culture by adhering to policies such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Confined Space programs