Process Equipment Technician - 2nd Shift

Ferring Pharmaceuticals•Parsippany, NJ

9d•$62,598 - $116,253•Onsite

About The Position

As a Process Equipment Technician at Ferring, you will repair and maintain mechanical and robotic production equipment and machinery. The role coordinates repairs around production timelines, equipment and material availability, and workforce capacity, and requires advanced troubleshooting. You will serve as the primary equipment-service contact for the second-shift team and work with production, engineering, vendors, and maintenance leadership to support reliable manufacturing operations. The position is located in Parsippany, New Jersey. The work takes place in a manufacturing plant and cleanroom environment. It includes equipment repairs and maintenance, line changeovers and setup adjustments, preventative maintenance, equipment installation and modification support, maintenance scheduling, and documentation of issues and repairs. The position requires following applicable safety, quality, training, gowning, and hygiene procedures. Weekend, holiday, off-shift, extended-hour, and emergency work may be needed to support production. Ferring describes its compensation package as including a base salary range of $62,598 to $116,253, with a 10% differential for second-shift work, plus an annual incentive bonus based on individual and company performance. Benefits listed include healthcare coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, wellness benefits, eligible tuition reimbursement, sick time, vacation accrual for full-time employees, paid holidays, and paid parental leave subject to a minimum employment period.

Requirements

Technical school, a bachelor’s degree, or other related training in a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in a regulated field.
Working knowledge of and experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Experience working in a manufacturing plant environment.
Experience reading mechanical, electrical, and P&IDs.
Working knowledge of and experience with MS Suite.
Ability to work weekends and off shifts as needed to support production demands, including various shifts and holidays.
Ability to stand, walk, and move around a manufacturing plant and cleanroom for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry objects, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to reach overhead and climb ladders or steps to access equipment or perform maintenance tasks.
Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, or kneel to access areas during inspections or repairs.
Ability to work in a cleanroom and follow gowning and hygiene protocols, including wearing PPE such as masks, gloves, and goggles.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work long hours, including shifts, weekends, or emergencies as needed.
Ability to work in temperature-controlled cleanrooms and occasionally in non-controlled facility environments.
Ability to respond quickly and effectively to equipment malfunctions or plant emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Experience in biotech manufacturing, a GMP facility, and/or an ISO 13485 environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contact for the second-shift team and provide day-to-day service for production equipment.
Identify equipment issues, propose solutions, and perform mechanical repairs and maintenance to minimize production downtime.
Prepare detailed reports and logs about repairs, issues, and potential solutions for department management, production operations, and other shifts.
Conduct line changeovers and perform required setup and adjustments according to the production schedule.
Assist the Engineering team with equipment installations and modifications.
Perform preventative maintenance inspections, including oiling, lubrication, and routine equipment checks.
Maintain training and quality requirements established by the business.
Coordinate maintenance and repair work with vendors.
Develop daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedules and allocate resources to maximize line output.
Follow company safety and quality guidelines and ensure direct reports follow them.
Escalate maintenance issues and potential events to the Senior Manager of Maintenance and other relevant key members.
Promote a collaborative, customer service-oriented team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision, with an employee premium differential inversely related to base salary.
401(k) plan with company match.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Basic life insurance.
Wellness benefits.
Reimbursement for certain tuition expenses.
Sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
Vacation time for full-time employees, accruing up to 120 hours in the first four years and 160 hours in the fifth year of employment.
15 paid holidays per year.
Paid parental leave, subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring.
Annual incentive compensation in the form of a bonus based on individual and company performance.
10% second-shift pay differential.