Maintenance Technician

Are you ready fora new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Industrial Maintenance Technician
Our Maintenance Technicians work together to perform general maintenance troubleshooting and repairs at our production facility in Blair, NE.

Potentially relevant experience:

• 2-3 years of previous work experience as an industrial maintenance technician preferred.

• HS diploma or equivalent with ability to calculate basic math and science problems.

• Ability to read manuals to understand equipment and controls.

• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical power systems, motor drives, control systems, as well as instruments used in our process.

• Capacity to install, repair, and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance.

• Knowledge on disassembling machinery and equipment when it needs maintenance or repair.

• Capability to adjust and calibrate equipment and machinery to optical specifications.

• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedure, rules, and regulations.

• Safety mindset with ability to proactively fix a safety hazard.

• Aptitude for learning and understanding operation of various testing equipment, tools, and procedures.

• Proficiency operating computerized programs. Knowledge of SAP system a plus.

• Physical ability for all aspects of the job including lifting up to 50 lbs unassisted, pulling hoses up to 20 lbs, climbing stairs and walking frequently, working at heights and in confined spaces, bending/stooping regularly, and ability to work in changing temperatures.

Location:This job will be located in Blair, Nebraska

Application deadline:April 30, 2025

Please note: Our internal recruitment system will be undergoing updates until April 30. As a result, you may experience a longer wait time until then. Additionally, if you apply between April 7 and April 23, please be aware that you will not receive an immediate confirmation of your application. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Expected salary range: $25-29/hour base wages.

With shift differential* annual earnings of $63k to $73k

*Shift differential adds $1.50/hour during evening/night hours & overtime pay for Sunday hours

Benefits you will enjoy:

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution!

• Minimum of 3 weeks' vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of wellness time

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance

• Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution

• Parental leave

• Continuing education provided

• All benefits begin on your first day!

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.

Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

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