Maintenance Technician

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale production for microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules including ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With over 650 employees at both the Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI sites, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharma and biotech companies. _
- BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent’s Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD), which also contains Agilent’s Nucleic Acid Solutions Division. With BIOVECTRA, Agilent aims to align advanced manufacturing capabilities, expertise, and resources to foster greater innovation and operational excellence. Within AMPD, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to revolutionizing advanced manufacturing, making a significant impact in the industry and, most importantly, improving patient care through the manufacture of better therapeutics. _

**About the Role**:
BIOVECTRA Inc. has an immediate opening for a **Maintenance Technician** with strong mechanical skills to support our operations in Windsor, Nova Scotia. This role is critical in ensuring the optimal performance of research lab and production equipment by performing installations, diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance tasks.

**Shift**:
4 consecutive days on, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

4 consecutive days off

4 consecutive nights on, 7:00 pm to 7:00 am

4 consecutive nights off

Repeats on rotational consecutive day/night shifts 4 on and 4 off.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot research and manufacturing process equipment, including electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and plumbing systems.
- Relocate equipment as needed, including assembly and dismantling procedures.
- Perform diagnostics and repairs on various research and manufacturing equipment.
- Conduct analytical troubleshooting to identify and resolve equipment irregularities.
- Develop and implement innovative solutions for equipment and process malfunctions.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings through equipment optimization.
- Conduct corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance in laboratory and production environments.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and other facility information systems, BMRAM is a plus.
- Document repair histories and manage spare parts inventory.
- Be willing and able to work shift schedules as required.

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum of HS diploma or equivalent.
- Post-secondary education in a mechanical trade program or an engineering technician program.
- 0-2 years of maintenance experience in an industrial or commercial manufacturing facility.
- 1+ years’ of experience in a regulated environment; food, aerospace, biologics, or pharmaceuticals is a plus.
- Experience with computer-based maintenance software (BMRAM, Maximo, SAP) is a plus.

**Additional Details**

This job has a full time weekly schedule.

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

**Travel Required**:No

**Shift**:Swing

**Duration**:No End Date

**Job Function**:Manufacturing