Maintenance Specialist (2nd shift)
Roche
Summary
The Maintenance Specialist provides advanced technical support to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment. This role performs troubleshooting, corrective repairs, and preventive/predictive maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime and sustain equipment performance. The Maintenance Specialist works independently or within a team to resolve simple to complex issues, maintains accurate GxP-compliant documentation, and supports engineering activities.
Job description
This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, practical troubleshooting experience, and the ability to interpret technical instructions, schematics, and automation-related information. The role also collaborates closely with Engineering, Production, and cross-functional teams to support equipment reliability, continuous improvement initiatives, and overall operational readiness.
The opportunity:
- Perform troubleshooting and corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems, resolving simple to medium-complexity failures and identifying true root causes.
- Execute preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Work independently or as part of a team to complete assigned tasks, escalating complex issues as needed.
- Maintain accurate and compliant maintenance records, following GxP and strong documentation practices using CMMS and software systems (Google Suite, Microsoft Office, SAP, etc.).
- Provide support to Senior Maintenance Specialists and peers during repairs, including part retrieval, teardown/rebuild assistance, and basic troubleshooting support.
- Demonstrate full competence in the use of hand tools, power tools, test instruments, and precision measurement devices required for maintaining manufacturing equipment.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and cross-functional teams on equipment-related activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
Who you are:
Minimum qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of troubleshooting and repair experience with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems in a manufacturing or industrial operations environment. Or, an Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent military training with 2 years of relevant maintenance experience
- Experience with Precision Maintenance practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical thinking, and ability to follow technical instructions and schematics.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a wide range of equipment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to learn new equipment and technologies through on-the-job training and formal instruction.
Preferred qualifications:
- 7+ years of total experience in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic maintenance.
- Experience with RSLogix/Studio 5000, servo drives, and basic automation systems.
- Knowledge of GxP requirements.
- Working knowledge of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) concepts.
- Experience with Lean methodologies (5S, Kaizen, TPM, Six Sigma).
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of troubleshooting and repair experience with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems in a manufacturing or industrial operations environment. Or, an Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent military training with 2 years of relevant maintenance experience
- Experience with Precision Maintenance practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical thinking, and ability to follow technical instructions and schematics.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a wide range of equipment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to learn new equipment and technologies through on-the-job training and formal instruction.
- 7+ years of total experience in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic maintenance.
- Experience with RSLogix/Studio 5000, servo drives, and basic automation systems.
- Knowledge of GxP requirements.
- Working knowledge of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) concepts.
- Experience with Lean methodologies (5S, Kaizen, TPM, Six Sigma).
Benefits
- Annual bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Roche is a Swiss multinational healthcare company and a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, founded in 1896 and headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. As the world's largest biotech company and the fifth-largest pharmaceutical company by revenue, Roche operates through two primary divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. The company is renowned for its leadership in personalized healthcare, combining strengths in both drug development and diagnostic testing to deliver tailored treatments for patients. Roche maintains a strong focus on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, and central nervous system disorders, with a portfolio that includes over 30 medicines on the World Health Organization's Model Lists of Essential Medicines. The company owns significant subsidiaries including Genentech, Chugai Pharmaceuticals, Ventana Medical Systems, and Foundation Medicine. With approximately 103,000 employees worldwide and operations in over 100 countries, Roche has established itself as a leader in cancer treatments globally while maintaining a robust pipeline of innovative therapies and diagnostic solutions. The company's commitment to sustainability has been recognized through ten consecutive years as Group Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry.