Amgen Inc

Senior Maintenance Technician - Rotating Night Shift

Amgen Inc$83K — $113K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / GED with 2 years in utilities operations/maintenance or military experience or an Associate degree with 6 months of related experience.
  • 5+ years in mechanical maintenance, especially with sanitary processing equipment and systems.
  • 3+ years with pneumatic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
  • Experience in regulated environments (cGMP).
  • Knowledge of Maximo CMMS for documenting maintenance work orders.
  • Ability to read P&IDs and technical documents.
  • Strong independent working skills with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities on manufacturing and lab equipment.
  • Support equipment used in various site operations including manufacturing and quality labs.
  • Execute maintenance activities safely, adhering to procedures and regulations.
  • Document maintenance activities accurately in the Maximo CMMS system.
  • Communicate effectively about maintenance status and issues with operators and stakeholders.
  • Maximize productivity while maintaining high quality standards in execution.
  • Identify and recommend improvements for operational inefficiencies and workflow interruptions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Generous Retirement and Savings Plan with company contributions.
  • Discretionary annual bonus program and stock-based long-term incentives.
  • Award-winning time-off plans and flexible work models where applicable.
  • Career development opportunities to support professional growth.
Full Job Description
Career Category
Operations
Job Description

Senior Maintenance Technician - Nights

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for performing advanced maintenance and repair activities across the Amgen Rhode Island (ARI) site. This role supports equipment and systems used in Manufacturing, Process Development Laboratories, Quality Analytical Laboratories, and other site operations. The successful candidate will execute maintenance activities safely, efficiently, and in compliance with established procedures while ensuring high reliability and right-first-time execution.

In this role, you will be expected to work a 12-hour shift (7PM-7AM) on a rotating schedule. This includes extra benefits such as receiving an added 15% shift differential, and also getting premium pay for any Sundays worked. The schedule during the initial on-boarding phase for this role (2-6 weeks) will be administrative (Monday through Friday, approximately 8am to 5pm).

Responsibilities
  • Perform advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities on manufacturing and laboratory equipment and systems.
  • Support equipment used in Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality Analytical Laboratories, and other ARI site areas.
  • Execute maintenance activities safely and in compliance with site procedures and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure accurate and complete documentation of maintenance activities and work orders in the Maximo CMMS system.
  • Communicate maintenance activities, issues, and status updates effectively with system operators and key stakeholders.
  • Execute work efficiently to maximize productivity while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Support right-first-time execution through proper planning, troubleshooting, and adherence to procedures.
  • Identify operational inefficiencies, workflow interruptions, or waste and recommend improvement opportunities.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support implementation of identified solutions.
  • Maintain and develop technical skills to improve team capabilities and overall site performance.
  • Provide maintenance support as required outside of normal working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dedicated professional we seek is a self-starter with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications
  • High School Diploma / GED and 2 years of utilities operations and/or maintenance work or military experience OR
  • Associate degree and 6 months of utilities operations and/or maintenance work or military experience


Preferred Qualifications
  • 5+ years of combined education, training, and experience in mechanical maintenance, particularly with sanitary processing equipment and systems.
  • 3+ years of experience working with pneumatic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
  • Experience working in highly regulated environments (cGMP).
  • Experience executing and documenting maintenance work orders using the Maximo Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and technical documentation.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate task status and issues.
  • Proven ability to collaborate and interact constructively with cross-functional teams.


What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
  • A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
  • A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
  • Stock-based long-term incentives
  • Award-winning time-off plans
  • Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Salary Range
83,593.25USD -113,096.75 USD

About Amgen Inc

Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures human therapeutics for various illnesses and diseases. The company is values-based and deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious diseases. They offer products for treating illness in the areas of oncology/hematology, cardiovascular, inflammation, bone health, nephrology, and neuroscience.

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Size
24,200 employees
Market Cap
$141.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7.2 billion
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$25.4 billion
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