Equipment Maintenance Technician II - 12 Hour Shift
Lonza
Summary
As an Equipment Maintenance Technician II, you'll support the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of production and packaging equipment within our regulated oral solid dose (OSD) manufacturing environment. You'll help ensure equipment reliability so we can meet production goals and deliver high-quality products to patients.
Job description
What you will do
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and packaging equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and minor electrical issues using tools, diagrams, and OEM guidance.
- Support equipment changeovers, setups, and functional checks before production runs.
- Inspect, repair, and replace mechanical components such as belts, bearings, seals, and actuators.
- Conduct basic electrical support including sensors, switches, and signal connections.
- Document all work in the CMMS following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Partner with operations and quality teams to reduce downtime and support root-cause investigations.
What we are looking for
- 2-5 years of hands-on experience in equipment maintenance, preferably in a GMP or manufacturing environment.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, pneumatic, and minor electrical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, or pneumatic diagrams.
- Experience performing equipment setups, adjustments, and component-level repairs.
- Familiarity with CMMS systems for work order execution and documentation.
- Understanding of GDP and cGMP principles related to maintenance activities.
- High attention to safety, quality, and detail in a fast-paced production environment.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of hands-on experience in equipment maintenance, preferably in a GMP or manufacturing environment.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, pneumatic, and minor electrical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, or pneumatic diagrams.
- Experience performing equipment setups, adjustments, and component-level repairs.
- Familiarity with CMMS systems for work order execution and documentation.
- Understanding of GDP and cGMP principles related to maintenance activities.
- High attention to safety, quality, and detail in a fast-paced production environment.
Benefits
- Performance-related bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Options
Company overview
Lonza is a pioneering global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and a world leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing services. Founded in 1897 in Switzerland, the company has evolved into the first and original CDMO, now operating as one of the largest Western CDMO networks with approximately 19,000 employees across more than 30 sites spanning five continents. Lonza specializes in transforming therapeutic discoveries into life-saving and life-enhancing treatments for patients worldwide. The company's comprehensive services span from early development to drug substance and drug product manufacturing, covering established and emerging technologies including mammalian biologics, small molecules, highly potent APIs, bioconjugates, mRNA, microbial products, and cell and gene therapies. With a focus on cutting-edge science, smart technology, and lean manufacturing, Lonza serves a diverse customer base ranging from emerging biotechs to global pharmaceutical companies, delivering integrated solutions throughout the entire treatment lifecycle.