Step into the Night Shift at a World Leader
It’s 11:00 PM in Lincoln, Nebraska. You badge into Zoetis—the world’s largest producer of animal health medicines and vaccines—and cross a spotless production floor that supports pets and livestock around the globe. On this shift, you’re the go-to problem solver, keeping sophisticated packaging lines and utility systems running safely and reliably.
A Night in the Life
- Start with a quick huddle alongside production and engineering, reviewing priorities and any carryover items.
- Respond to a cartoner fault, trace a control issue, and safely troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480V.
- Execute scheduled preventive maintenance using detailed procedures and task instructions.
- Update the CMMS and logbooks with precise documentation of work completed and parts used.
- Walk down conveyors, sensors, motors, and controls to spot potential issues before they become downtime.
- Consult equipment drawings, schematics, manuals, and SOPs; apply cGMP and safety standards throughout.
- Collaborate with peers to plan repairs, source components, and prioritize tasks.
What You’ll Work On
- Automated packaging systems, cartoners, case packers, conveyors, and coders
- Motors, drives, sensors, controls, and related machine control systems
- Manufacturing and utility equipment, including steam-related systems
Core Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues safely and compliantly
- Diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, and machine control domains
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve reliability
- Identify root causes, determine needed parts/materials, and operate hand/power tools effectively
- Read and interpret prints, schematics, and technical documentation
- Record work in the CMMS and maintain accurate logbooks
- Follow SOPs, cGMPs, and site safety/manufacturing regulations
- Communicate clearly with production, maintenance, and engineering partners
- Take on additional maintenance duties as assigned
Required Background
- Hands-on maintenance, electrical, or related technical experience
- Proven ability to safely troubleshoot equipment and systems up to 480V
- Mechanical aptitude and experience repairing equipment
- Proficiency with hand and power tools
- Ability to read electrical/mechanical schematics
- Sound judgment to diagnose issues and determine next steps safely
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Basic computer skills to complete maintenance documentation
Preferred Background
- 2+ years in maintenance, electrical, electromechanical, or related technical roles
- Associate degree, technical training, apprenticeship, or equivalent in industrial maintenance, electrical, electromechanical, HVAC, or a related field
- Experience with industrial/manufacturing/automated/packaging equipment
- Exposure to motors, controls, sensors, conveyors, and other automation
- CMMS experience
Physical Realities of the Role
- Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
- Extended standing and walking; ability to crouch, bend, climb, and work in varied positions
- Work safely around manufacturing machinery
- Ability to distinguish colors used in electrical/mechanical tasks
- Potential exposure to noise, temperature swings, and unconditioned spaces
Shift Options
- Sunday–Thursday: 11:00 PM–7:30 AM
- Friday–Monday: Flexible 10- or 12-hour shifts with your choice of start time
Specific scheduling will be discussed during recruiting. Overtime and holiday coverage may be required based on business needs.
Benefits That Start Working When You Do
- $500 sign-on bonus
- 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays
- 401(k) match plus company profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
- Health, personal, and family benefits starting Day 1
Who Thrives Here
If you bring experience from industrial maintenance, electrical, HVAC, facilities, field service, skilled trades, military maintenance, or a similar technical background, you’ll find robust training on our equipment, processes, systems, and regulatory standards. Prior pharmaceutical or manufacturing experience is not required.
Multiple Openings
We’re hiring across 3rd-shift schedule options in our long-established Lincoln, NE facility. If you can safely troubleshoot to 480V and enjoy solving complex electro-mechanical problems, we’d like to hear from you.