Maintenance Technician - Medical Manufacturing

Medmix Group AG•Flowery Branch, GA

28d

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment and machinery used in medical device manufacturing. The role helps ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets quality and safety standards to support continuous production. It performs skilled journeyman-level general, mechanical, and preventive maintenance tasks, including inspections, servicing, repair, and overhaul of equipment in molding and assembly areas. The technician may also serve as a technical expert in HVAC operations, service, and repair. The position also supports facility systems and maintenance, including building management controls, and coordinates with outside vendors to ensure service work meets medmix standards. It documents repairs and preventive maintenance, supports EHS programs, and monitors hazardous waste.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a Maintenance Technician role in a manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Proven maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing or medical device environment.
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
Familiarity with regulatory standards such as ISO 13485, FDA, and cGMP.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or an associate degree in industrial maintenance, electronics, or a related field.
Electrician certification.
Knowledge of clean room operation.
Knowledge of building qualification for the medical industry.
Familiarity with manufacturing environments, including injection molding and automation.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and perform timely repairs.
Calibrate and adjust machines to maintain compliance with production and quality specifications.
Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to identify equipment improvements and upgrades.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs and service records, and report equipment malfunctions.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with cGMP and safety regulations.
Assist with equipment installations, validations, and qualification activities.
Respond promptly to production equipment breakdowns to reduce operational disruptions.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and productivity.
Use knowledge of state and local building codes and promptly advise management of issues or concerns.
Understand building systems and inspect and assess their condition, including AC, cooling water chillers, compressed air, electrical installations, and clean room systems.
Manage and maintain building management control systems.
Read, understand, and interpret electrical, mechanical, and fluid prints.
Coordinate and oversee outside vendor service and ensure repairs and maintenance meet medmix standards.
Respond to and resolve assigned skilled facility installation and repair requests for electrical, plumbing, and department equipment.
Document work to provide accurate repair and preventive maintenance history.
Initiate improvements to existing systems.
Support EHS programs and monitor hazardous waste.