Process Mechanic
Core
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of biopharmaceutical process equipment to ensure continuous production operations.
Role type
Facilities Process Technician (Maintenance)
Builds
Biopharmaceutical products (medicines and vaccines)
Domain
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing / Biotechnology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Industrial process equipment maintenance, Troubleshooting, PLC and distributed control systems operation, Schematic reading for electrical circuits, Metal fabrication, Mechanical system component maintenance (bearings, gear boxes, seals), Confined space entry and safety compliance
Preferred skills
Welding certification, Mechatronics knowledge, Machinery certification, cGMP and regulatory guidelines familiarity, Mentoring less experienced employees
Technologies
PLCs, Distributed Control Systems, Autoclaves, Centrifuges, Chromatography columns, Rotary lobe pumps
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair process systems on routine and emergency basis, Maintain and repair sanitary valves, actuators, pumps, and sterile equipment, Diagnose electrical control and motor circuits using schematics, Perform metal fabrication tasks, Inspect, replace, align, adjust, and lubricate mechanical system components, Enter and maneuver in tight spaces inside bioreactors for cleaning and maintenance
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC