Maintenance Technician, R&D - Pilot Plant

Job description

Ability to carry out maintenance tasks in compliance with pilot plant and organization policies and standards. Lifting 5-50 pounds may be required. Employees should use assisted lifting techniques / devices or teamwork for equipment greater than 50 pounds.

High school diploma or GED required; associates degree, technical training, or trades certification preferred Relevant maintenance experience required (3-7 years) Experience performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance work on machinery and equipment preferred

• Ability to read and apply technical documentation, drawings, and manuals Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance skills required
• Ability to support equipment overhauls, upgrades, and installations Communication: Must have good verbal and written skills Computer Skills Demonstrative knowledge and experience using maintenance management systems in areas of work orders, parts, hours, and reporting
• Must have the ability to learn additional system requirements as applications change
• Ability to use spreadsheets, databases, and analytical tools
• Execute assigned mechanical and/or electrical maintenance work, including preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance, on machinery and equipment.

Perform maintenance activities based on work orders, fault reports, production team requirements, technical documentation, drawings, manuals, and working knowledge of machines and equipment. Diagnose equipment issues and determine appropriate maintenance actions within assigned scope. Perform repairs, part replacements, and equipment adjustments to maintain or improve operational efficiency. Support or perform work on overhauls, upgrades, and new equipment installations as assigned.

Assist in the development of preventive maintenance programs, work practices, and maintenance routines. Support or oversee contractor work in areas of expertise. Participate in R&D trial meetings or project planning meetings as needed. Support projects with internal team members and third-party contractors. Build technical capability through hands-on experience, with specialist support available as needed. Carry out general maintenance tasks in alignment with established policies and standards, ensuring compliance with product quality, GMPs, and safety requirements.

Execute preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities in designated areas. Respond promptly to maintenance support requests and troubleshooting calls in areas designated by the Maintenance Supervisor and Pilot Plant Manager. Ensure equipment reliability and uptime by inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing machinery and systems. Perform assigned work related to equipment overhauls, upgrades, and new installations.

Support the improvement of preventive maintenance plans, maintenance routines, and work practices. Maintain accurate work order, maintenance, and inspection documentation. Communicate work order status, open issues, and repair progress to the supervisor, maintenance scheduler, and pilot plant management team. Support contractor coordination and oversight for assigned work. Effectively manage time, meet project deadlines, and adapt to shifting maintenance priorities Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, which may include work in other departments, different areas of the pilot plant, or Morton Grove plant for indefinite periods of time.

Responsible for wearing proper PPE, compliance of safety training, policy & procedures, and reporting any unsafe safety conditions to management. Participate in audits and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.

Equipment Operated

Fork trucks, welding equipment, power tools, production operating equipment across pilot plants, EAM computer system. Responsible for ensuring equipment is in a safe and operable condition and must operate equipment in a safe manner.