Maintenance Mechanic - Weekends
Novonesis
Summary
Our Maintenance team plays a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations across the facility. As a Maintenance Technician, you will help keep production equipment, utilities, and facility infrastructure running smoothly. This is a weekend role working Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Job description
The role & your impact
As a Maintenance Technician, you will maintain essential equipment and utilities through preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and support continuous improvement efforts. Your work reduces downtime, improves reliability, and ensures we maintain high operational and safety standards.
Your key responsibilities in this role
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, machinery, and cGMP utility systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues quickly and effectively.
- Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement lasting solutions.
- Support site efficiency improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Manage inventory of spare parts and maintenance supplies.
- Coordinate work with contractors and external vendors.
- Follow required safety procedures, including LOTO and PPE use.
- Respond to emergencies such as critical equipment failures or power disruptions.
- Complete all maintenance documentation in compliance with cGMP and SOP requirements.
- Track maintenance metrics (KPIs) and equipment performance.
- Train team members and support equipment setup or start-up activities.
What you'll need to be successful in this role
- Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
- Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical systems.
- Proficiency with motors, pumps, sensors, and core maintenance techniques (lubrication, alignment, machining).
- Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
- Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Strong safety mindset and positive attitude.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Additional skills & interests we value
- 3+ years of experience in FDA-regulated industries (pharma, food, etc.).
- Certifications such as OSHA, EPA Refrigerant Handling, or electrician's license.
- Knowledge of PLCs, GMP requirements, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Working conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Work may involve confined spaces, heights, or changing environmental conditions.
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations, as needed.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
- Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical systems
- Proficiency with motors, pumps, sensors, and core maintenance techniques (lubrication, alignment, machining)
- Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation
- Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- Strong safety mindset and positive attitude
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations
Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- 3 Weeks Vacation
- 12 Holidays
- 2 Weeks Wellness Time
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- HSA Option
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Benefits Day One
Company overview
Novonesis is a global biotechnology leader formed in January 2024 through the historic merger of two Danish bioscience icons, Novozymes and Chr. Hansen. As the world's leading biosolutions partner, the company leverages the power of biology to transform how we produce, consume, and live. With approximately 10,000 employees worldwide, Novonesis operates across more than 30 industries, providing innovative biological solutions that address global challenges in food systems, human health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. The company's extensive biological toolbox includes enzymes, microbes, probiotics, and functional proteins that enable customers to create more sustainable products and processes. Novonesis serves diverse sectors including food and beverages, household care, agriculture, animal health, and human health, helping businesses reduce chemical use, lower carbon emissions, and improve resource efficiency while delivering better products to consumers. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, Novonesis is positioned to lead the global biosolutions revolution, driving positive change for both business and society.