Maintenance Mechanic

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

In the medical and pharmaceutical market, Corbion is the market leader in the production of resorbable polymers and high-strength, degradable biocomposites (FiberLive™) for the medical device and pharmaceutical industry. Our resorbable polymers and biocomposites are used to produce orthopedic implants, drug delivery systems, and wound closure applications. We are now hiring a Maintenance Mechanic for our facility in Tucker, GA.

As our next Maintenance Mechanic, you will maintain and troubleshoot the repair of electro-mechanical industrial production equipment, and support equipment which includes: computerized Building Maintenance System (BMS), air handlers, chillers, air compressors, roof exhaust fans, Roof HVAC package units, vacuum pumps, diaphragm pumps, and centrifugal pumps.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance (PM), troubleshoot and repair of electro-mechanical industrial production equipment and building support equipment.
• Utilize safety procedures: NFPA 70E Arc Flash and PPE requirements, OSHA requirements to include LOTO, fall protection and Basic Safety precautions and procedures.
• Perform basic welding, stainless steel fabrication, pipe fitting/ drilling / tapping and other machine shop skills as needed.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues, electrical issues and instrumentation using Multimeters, Clamp on Amp Meters and repair as needed. Order supplies for repair of equipment, fabrication projects and spare parts.
• Work with other departments and teams as needed to facilitate overall operational improvements.
• Log completed preventive maintenance (PM), inspections and work orders into a computerized maintenance software (CMMS) such as SAP or Assetwise.
• Repair and maintain building and facility plumbing fixtures, lights, ceiling tiles etc.
• Other duties as determined by business needs.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance/similar field (preferred) OR equivalent military training with experience OR trade school diploma with 3+ years' experience, preferably in an automated batch chemical processing environment.
• 5+ years of experience with troubleshooting using PLCs, RSLOGIX 500, 5000 etc.
• Must be familiar with building service equipment: air handlers, water heaters, low pressure boilers, air compressors, HVAC package units (understand basic refrigeration circuit). Universal refrigeration license is a plus.
• Experience in a pharma or medical device facility, clean room environment, or food production is highly preferred.
• Familiar with pumps, motors, blowers, gearboxes, tanks, mixers, lubrication, etc.
• Able to troubleshoot industrial electrical issues, use necessary electrical test equipment and have the ability to repair.
• Basic welding, machine shop and fabrication skills.
• Able to read electrical prints, and can recognize electrical devices in an electrical control panel including PLC components.
• Computer skills (EXCEL, WORD, SCADA).
• Able to work independently, as well as a part of a cross functional team.
• Must be procedure oriented.
• Experience with Standard Operational Procedures (SOP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP) is a plus.
• Training in Six Sigma, Lean, 5S, or Continuous Improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Capable of prioritizing jobs independently.
• Excellent time management skills and maintain a self-driven/high initiative work ethic.
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
• Able to display good judgment.
• ISO 9001 and/orquality experience, preferred.

Through the course of a typical shift, an individual in this position will perform the following activities:

• Sits,
• Stands,
• Walks,
• Kneels,
• Bends,
• Lifting,
• Reaches above and below the shoulders,
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s title and position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and business or organizational needs. The base compensation range for this role is $35/hour to $40/hour.

About Corbion

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2024, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,288.1 million and had a workforce of 2,399 FTE. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. For more information:

Corbion is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.

Corbion provides reasonable accommodation to applicants.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Corbion does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. All candidates must be submitted by approved Corbion vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission by our Talent Acquisition team for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless such a request has been made by the Corbion Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the Corbion Talent Acquisition Team.