Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic A (Days) – Fresenius Kabi USA

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Mechanic performs maintenance, preventive maintenance, changeovers, adjustments, troubleshooting, and repair of production and packaging equipment. The technician adheres to SOPs, cGMPs, and plant quality, safety, documentation requirements to minimize downtime.

Hourly Range: $30.00–$35.00 per hour
. Final pay depends on experience, education, skills, and ability.

Benefits include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, medical, prescription drug, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and wellness program.

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on a wide range of manufacturing, packaging, and facility systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues using diagnostic tools and site procedures.
• Identify root causes of recurring failures and recommend improvements or parts replacements to enhance reliability.
• Collaborate with peers, supervisors, and engineering personnel to resolve complex technical problems.
• Execute Preventive Maintenance (PM) work orders assigned through the site’s Computerized Maintenance System.
• Accurately document all work performed, parts used, and observations in accordance with cGMP and company procedures.
• Support continuous improvement of PM content, frequency, and quality based on observed performance trends.
• Follow all site policies, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines (cGMP, OSHA, DEA, and FDA requirements).
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, calibrations, and inspections.
• Support investigations, deviations, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs) by providing technical input and documentation as needed.
• Utilize the site’s shift note system to record production support activities, equipment status, and follow-up actions for cross‑shift alignment.
• Ensure the validated state of all equipment, systems and facilities and compliance with all applicable cGMP, OSHA, DEC, EPA and local government regulations. Develop relationships with key vendors for technical support and assistance in hardware applications.

• High school education or equivalent, with reading, writing and basic mathematics skills sufficient for technical work (additional technical education preferred).
• At least four years of experience in a highly technical environment.
• Working knowledge of power transfer technology including mechanics, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Preferred experience in a highly regulated environment.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Management and Manufacturing. Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.