Process Equipment Maintenance Specialist III

PCI Pharma Services • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

This position maintains, improves, and upgrades process support equipment used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing and aseptic filling operations. The role supports operations by ensuring equipment is use-ready and compliant through advanced troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. It also involves authoring, reviewing, updating, and completing CMMS and GMP-related documentation. The position generally works the second shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., and may travel between facilities to support all functional areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience.
• At least 4 years of cGMP experience.
• Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and understand equipment schematics.
• General understanding of support equipment.
• Experience with components such as PLCs, VFDs, and servos.
• Experience with safety circuits.
• Ability to work in a group and independently.
• Strong working knowledge of GMP, aseptic techniques, and laboratory compliance.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, drive results, and collaborate in a cross-functional environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with aseptic filling.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot complex equipment problems, complete emergency repairs, and guide staff in implementing repairs.
• Maintain equipment in a use-ready and compliant state.
• Monitor, respond to, and correct issues that generate equipment alarms.
• Recommend and implement equipment upgrades and improvements.
• Author, review, and update maintenance procedures and forms.
• Complete CMMS entries and required training activities.
• Travel between facilities to support all functional areas.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis or in accordance with the posted schedule.
• Exhibit professional behavior with internal and external business associates consistent with company policies and practices.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance coverage, including dental and vision
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k)
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED