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Sr. Process Maintenance Technician

City:  Wilson

We are Reckitt

Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose. Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.

​Supply​

Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen. If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships. Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.

About the role

The Senior Process Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing solid dose manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation in a GMP-regulated facility. Provides technical leadership, drives reliability improvements, and supports strategic projects.

Your responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

  • Lead advanced troubleshooting and mentor junior technicians.
  • Support predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography).
  • Document work performed in CMMS.
  • Interpret and carry out detailed written or verbal instructions including work orders, blueprints, drawings and sketches related to the operation, maintenance, repair, or modification of GMP equipment control and power systems while exercising judgement and discretion in the most advantageous manner.

Maintenance Planning & Execution

  • Follow preventive and predictive maintenance schedules using CMMS (e.g., SAP PM).
  • Provide technical input for equipment upgrades and modifications.
  • Support maintenance KPI’s

Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure compliance with GMP, OSHA, and site safety standards during complex maintenance activities.
  • Lead development of risk assessments, LOTO procedures, and confined space entry protocols.
  • Represent maintenance in audits, regulatory inspections, and cross-functional teams.

Continuous Improvement

  • Lead RCA investigations and implement corrective actions.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
  • Partner with engineers and managers on capital projects and reliability programs.
  • Train and mentor technicians across all levels.

 

This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time.

The experience we're looking for

  • Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Technology (or equivalent experience), with bachelor’s degree or technical certifications preferred

  • 6–10+ years of experience in maintenance and reliability, including predictive maintenance technologies and reliability‑centered maintenance

  • Advanced mechanical knowledge supporting OSD equipment such as compression, granulation, and packaging systems, with experience in solid oral dose or liquid pharmaceutical manufacturing

  • Knowledge of PLCs, automation, and control systems

  • Demonstrated leadership in audits, capital projects, and cross‑functional initiatives, with the ability to represent maintenance in inspections and project teams

  • Strong strategic thinking, technical leadership, and expertise in reliability engineering practices

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, CMMS, and reliability analysis software

  • Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize in dynamic environments, and interpret safety policies, operating procedures, and maintenance documentation

What we offer

With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way. We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

US salary ranges

Hiring range:  $37.50 - 47.00 DOE

US pay transparency

The base salary range for this role will vary based on experience in job and industry, training and education, skills relevant to the position, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year. Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; 16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; discounts; and much more. Our compensation and benefits packages aim to give our talent the reward, protection, and peace of mind they deserve. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete your application, please contact NAtalentacquisition@reckitt.com .Reckitt is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Equality

We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.


Nearest Major Market: Raleigh
Nearest Secondary Market: Rocky Mount

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