Master Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Vacaville, California

This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

 The primary responsibility of a Master Maintenance Mechanic is to maximize equipment availability for processing by safely maintaining equipment through Preventive and Corrective maintenance and repairs. Responsibility will include providing personnel 24/hours/day, 7 days per week for maintenance, discrepancy response, contractor oversight, vendor resource management, project support and training. All Process Maintenance Mechanics are trained to perform routine maintenance in the primary manufacturing support areas and Materials Management, Quality Control Labs, and Utility Operations.

What you will get

The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $70,500 to $117,500.  In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance-related bonus

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• 401(k) matching plan

• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Employee assistance programs

• Paid Time Off

What you will do:

• Timely execution of tasks and work orders with appropriate documentation according to Standard Operating Procedures, applicable standards, guidelines, practices, and policies.

• Safe operation of tools and shop equipment, and safe execution of work in the field; working at heights using fall protection and work positioners.

• Confined Space Entry in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. 

• Ability to read and understand piping and instrumentation drawings, and technical manuals.

• Basic computer skills with the ability to utilize corporate intranet and applications, CMMS, and standard word processing and spreadsheet programs (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.). 

• Interact and communicate appropriately with Manufacturing, Quality, Technology, and Engineering to ensure satisfactory performance of mechanical systems. 

• Train other mechanics in group and individual settings on qualified tasks represent Process Maintenance on multidisciplinary project teams.

Shift:  Day Shift : 6:00am - 6:30pm OR Night Shift:  6:00pm – 6:30am

 What we look for:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

• Strong understanding of industrial process maintenance and systems.
  Uses ability as a skilled specialist in accordance with company policies and procedures to complete complex assignments within defined parameters.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with reasonable accommodations.

• Experienced in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and calibration management programs; SAP experience preferred.

• Experience working in a GMP regulated environment is preferred.

• Valid driver’s license.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.