Lead Maintenance Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and optimize manufacturing equipment, utility systems, and associated machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate and provide technical guidance to Maintenance Technicians and production personnel.
• Oversee and support repairs performed by external service providers and contractors.
• Evaluate equipment modifications and recommend improvements to enhance reliability, safety, and performance.
• Assist in the selection, installation, qualification, and startup of new equipment.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on equipment operation, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance practices, and safety procedures.
• Support the development and execution of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Evaluate OEM replacement parts and identify opportunities for cost savings and equipment improvements.
• Assist with spare parts inventory management and maintenance planning activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Development teams to address equipment and process issues.
• Review equipment modifications and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment documentation within the CMMS system.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
• Support audits, inspections, equipment qualifications, and validation activities as required.
• Assist other departments with maintenance-related activities as needed.
• Follow all Piramal Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical Trade School certification in Mechanical Maintenance, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, food, chemical, or related industrial environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production equipment and facility systems.
• Previous experience providing technical guidance, mentoring, or leadership support preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation.
• Experience utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and training abilities.
• Self-directed, dependable, flexible, and highly motivated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Experience leading maintenance projects or coordinating maintenance activities.
• Technical certifications related to industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, or electrical systems.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives.