Novartis Posted June 22, 2026

Maintenance Technician

Indianapolis, United States Regular
Manufacturing & CMC

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About this opportunity

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing corrective and preventative maintenance and support services for the building(s) and all equipment for a GMP Radioligand Therapies Production Facility. Responsible for reliable, efficient, and sustained operation of the facility and all equipment. Additionally supports current project operations and site goal objectives and ensures compliance with regulatory, corporate, and site requirements related to their functional area.Location: OnsitePlease note this is a 2nd shift position (6pm - 6am; 2x2x3)

Major accountabilities: • Adhere to Novartis Quality Policies and procedures as they pertain to the position to ensure that all products are safe, pure, effective and of the highest quality.• Perform a wide range of maintenance repair activities on production equipment, lab equipment and building management systems.• Assist in troubleshooting and repair of process equipment (example: containment isolator systems, filling line equipment and associated utility connections) which may include mechanical, electrical wiring, pneumatics, motors, pumps, vacuum systems, HVAC, control systems, compressed gases, filling line, under little to no supervision.• Interpret P&IDs, equipment/system layouts, wiring diagrams, and specifications in planning and performing maintenance and repairs.• Support 24x7 site-based operations after startup.• Write/revise accurate operational procedures, training documents and maintenance procedures for various production and utility systems.• Provide radiation safety program support, responsible for calibration and functionality of all radiation detection equipment• Completes Equipment Work Order Thoroughly, and Accurately and Documents them in the System• Supply information and technical data for securing spare parts.• Provide responsive customer support with emphasis on customer satisfaction.• Perform startup and commissioning activities as required.• Support and/or perform investigations / deviations from an engineering/maintenance perspective and help with data for timely closure of deviations and CAPAs• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing process related equipment within a cleanroom environment.• Complete and provide accurate documentation, as required in cGMP operations.• Oversee work and provide training of less experienced maintenance technicians and/or new technicians.• Other related duties as assigned.• Use of CMMS system for documentation of relevant work.The salary for this position is expected to range between $47,500 and $88,300 per year.The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.Minimum Requirements: • High School diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's Degree is preferred.• 1+ years of relevant hands-on plant maintenance experience in a regulated GMP environment is required.• Previous aseptic fill/finish and/or radio pharmacy experience is preferred.• Previous pharmaceutical or medical device experience is preferred.• Completed training in radioactive or hazardous materials environment is preferred.• Must be able to adhere to all applicable procedures, company policies and any other quality or regulatory requirements. (For example: OSHA, DEA, FDA, EMEA, ANVISA, HS&E, etc.)• Experience working in a team environment, with excellent communication and organizational skills.• Proficient computer skill utilizing MS Office suite applications, Building Management Systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or similar system.• Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 50 lbs.• Wear and work in protective clothing, including respiratory protection, confined space entry and clean room environments.• Must be flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Indianapolis, United States
Employment type
Regular

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Manufacturing & CMC role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 1527 comparable Manufacturing & CMC roles across 125 biopharma companies.

1527Comparable roles tracked
1434Currently active
125Companies hiring similar roles
44Countries represented

Salary context

455 of 1527 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject $47,500/yr – $88,300/yr
Lowest disclosed · Senior Scientist II – CMC Developmental Sciences · AbbVie $0/hr – $0/hr (≈ $0–$0/yr)
Peer group range $0 – $540,400 (median $140,000)

Where these roles are based

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India104
Germany74
Singapore67
France64
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Seniority mix

705 of 1527 peers have a known seniority level

Senior251
Manager165
Principal79
Associate68
Director64
Associate Director44
Senior Director21
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc8
Executive/VP5

Therapeutic area mix

7 of 1527 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Vaccines & Infectious Disease6
Oncology1

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