Maintenance & Calibration Technician at Novartis

Millburn, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

72.5

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Preventive Maintenance, Calibration, Troubleshooting, CMMS, cGMP, GDP, EHS, Radiation Safety, Operational Excellence, Quality Compliance

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Band Level 2 Job Description Summary Location: Millburn, United States Relocation Support: This role is based in Millburn, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible. Step into a hands-on role where your technical expertise directly supports life-changing therapies. As a Maintenance & Calibration Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of advanced manufacturing equipment within a cutting-edge Radioligand Therapy environment. This is an opportunity to deepen your troubleshooting skills, work with sophisticated technologies, and contribute to a highly regulated setting where quality and precision are essential to patient outcomes. Working alongside a collaborative team, you will help drive operational excellence while building a strong foundation for continued career growth at Novartis. NOTE: The shift structure is currently in flux. Shift days and hours will be determined and communicated as soon as possible. Job Description Key Responsibilities Perform preventive maintenance and intermediate calibrations on production, laboratory, and utility equipment Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify root causes, and execute repairs using established procedures Support equipment start-ups, shutdowns, and minor modifications, including replacement of components such as sensors, valves, and drives Accurately complete and review maintenance and calibration records within the CMMS accurately and on time. Contribute to improvements in maintenance procedures and standard operating practices Support investigations and corrective actions by providing technical insight and equipment data Mentor junior technicians and promote strong compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards Comply with and promote cGMP, GDP, EHS, and radiation safety standards in all activities Essential Requirements Technical diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Automation, Mechatronics), or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience Minimum 2 years of maintenance or calibration experience, preferably within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or similar environment. Strong understanding of maintenance and calibration principles and industry-standard methodologies Experience working with a CMMS to plan, execute, and document work. Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and work independently on routine and intermediate technical tasks Desirable Requirements Familiarity with cleanroom environments, clean utilities, and basic automation or control systems Experience in a radiopharmaceutical or radioligand therapy manufacturing environment The salary for this position is expected to range between $39.04 and $72.50 per hour. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here. #LI-Onsite EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential. Accessibility and reasonable accommodations The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. https://www.novartis.com/careers/careers-research/notice-all-applicants-us-job-openings Salary Range $81,200.00 - $150,800.00 Skills Desired Operational Excellence, Quality Compliance Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. 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Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and calibrations on production, laboratory, and utility equipment within a Radioligand Therapy environment. Troubleshoot equipment issues, execute repairs, and maintain accurate records within the CMMS.