Equipment Technician

Position: Equipment Technician
Location: California
Duration: Long Term

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Equipment Technician to support manufacturing and test equipment in a regulated medical device environment. The ideal candidate will perform equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, validation support, and work closely with engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and system-level equipment issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Support IQ/OQ validation activities, data collection, and issue resolution.
• Work with Equipment Engineering to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support equipment installation, qualification, and stabilization during new product introduction (NPI).
• Improve equipment reliability, uptime, and overall manufacturing performance.
• Update asset records and maintain maintenance history using CMMS.
• Document maintenance activities and follow GMP and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing operations.
• Ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• 2 5 years of experience supporting manufacturing or test equipment.
• Diploma or Associate's degree in Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in medical device, robotics, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Experience supporting IQ/OQ validation activities.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance, CMMS, and equipment documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.