Maintenance Technician at Zoetis in Atlanta, Kansas

Job Description:

What's it like to work for Zoetis, the world leader in animal health? Zoetis means something a little different to every colleague, but at our core, our purpose 'to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals,' is what unites us in all our roles.


We're a global animal health company dedicated to serving veterinarians, livestock producers and people who raise and care for farm and companion animals in more than 100 countries. And we're excited to become a part of the Douglasville, GA, community as we build our newest manufacturing facility to support our growing monoclonal antibody and vaccine portfolios.


Becoming a Zoetis colleague means more than starting a job; it's the start of a career that is invigorating, meaningful and rewarding!

• Health benefits beginning on day 1!


• 401K match with company profit sharing


• 4 weeks paid vacation and 13 company holidays beginning on day 1


• Yearly tuition reimbursement and monthly student loan repayment


• Assistance towards fertility, adoption or surrogacy

We are currently searching for Maintenance Technicians to join our team.



Position Summary:



Install, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance in a safe and compliant manner on a wide variety of manufacturing equipment and utility systems. Requires strong mechanical, electrical, and control systems skills. Familiarity with a regulated manufacturing environment is a plus.



Position Responsibilities:

• (Near-term) Responsibilities in a Startup Environment: In a startup environment, the Maintenance Technician will adapt quickly to changes, lead in developing and optimizing new processes, and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, managing inventory and resources efficiently, and troubleshooting unexpected challenges. You will also contribute to scaling Lab processes and Method Transfers, participate in diverse tasks to support the dynamic needs of the startup, and ensure the sustainability and scalability of all procedures as the company grows. Specific activities would include FAT, SAT, CQV, media fills and engineering runs.


• Install, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative/predictive maintenance in a safe manner on a wide variety of equipment and utility systems utilizing strong electrical, mechanical and PLC skills.


• Participate in safety programs to meet program requirements and contribute to the growth of our site's safety culture.


• Maintain records and complete paperwork in accordance with all regulatory requirements.


• Improve equipment/system maintenance; develop predictive and preventative maintenance programs.


• Determine parts required for repairs and submit requisition. Primary equipment to be serviced includes bioreactors, fermenters, centrifuges, CIP systems, purified water systems, chemistry control lab systems, neutralization systems, kill systems, and filling/packaging equipment.


• Understand Site SOPs and cGMPs relative to the position and work within compliance of those standards.


• Complete paperwork/data entry in accordance with regulatory compliance.

Education and Experience:

• Required: High School Diploma or GED. Two years' experience in the electro/mechanical, electronics, refrigeration or other applicable field.


• Preferred: Associate's degree from an accredited technical/trade school in the electro/mechanical, electronics, refrigeration or other applicable field with 2 years industrial experience.

Technical Skills and Competence Required:

• Understand Site SOPs and cGMPs relative to the position and work within compliance of those standards.


• Complete paperwork/data entry in accordance with regulatory compliance.


• Demonstrated knowledge in relevant technical areas.


• Cognizance of the state-of-the-art technology in the industry to ensure the company utilizes current technology.


• Good communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to interact with all levels of the Zoetis organization.


• Willingness to assist other technicians with work tasks as needed, a solid team player.


• Can analyze problems and provide support in determining appropriate corrective and preventative actions, with minimal assistance.


• Capable of simultaneously managing multiple assignments.


• Prioritizes own work. Flexible and responsive to changes.


• Ability to competently operate and have a working knowledge of hand and power tools.


• Computer literacy in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.

Physical Position Requirements:



The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a colleague encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds routinely.


• Standing, kneeling, crouching and climbing are part of the candidate's daily work routine.


• Must be able to access all areas of the facility.


• Use of required personal protective equipment is required.

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Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.


Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of "@zoetis.com". In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis. Apply Now