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Facilities Suite & Elastomer Maintenance Mechanic, Level II (Night Shift)

Lonza · Portsmouth, NH

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Experience asked
4+ years
Industry
Pharma & life sciences
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Lonza (pharma & life sciences) in Portsmouth, NH.

They ask for
4+ years
Tools it names
FDA / GMP

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.

Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 18 other live reliability postings in New Hampshire.

Experience asked
Typical (4+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 63%
  • EHS / safety 47%
  • PLC 42%
  • ✓ FDA / GMP 37%
  • Welding 26%

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What you will do

  • ◆Perform all work safely, following GMP guidelines, SOPs, and work instructions.
  • ◆Execute preventative maintenance practices for manufacturing equipment.
  • ◆Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment and systems.
  • ◆Maintain maintenance areas to ensure audit readiness at all times.
  • ◆Keep training status current for all job-related requirements.
  • ◆Use CMMS functions to document maintenance activities accurately.
  • ◆Collaborate with Reliability & Engineering teams on projects and repairs.
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Facilities Suite & Elastomer Maintenance Mechanic, Level II (Night Shift)

Location: Portsmouth, NH. The shift schedule is from 6pm-6am each week: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday (8 hours overtime every other week and 20% pay differential for the Night Shift).

The Facilities Suite & Elastomer Maintenance Mechanic Level III supports the Engineering Services group by performing daily checks and operating Direct and Indirect Maintenance equipment. This mid-level role involves assisting higher-level mechanics with repairs, documenting all work in electronic and written forms to meet Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, and working in a fast-paced, safety-oriented team environment.

What you will get

  • •An agile career and dynamic working culture.
  • •An inclusive and ethical workplace.
  • •Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • •401(k) matching plan.
  • •Competitive compensation programs that reward high performance.
  • •Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What we are looking for

  • •High school diploma or equivalent.
  • •Ability to use hand tools safely and effectively.
  • •0-4 years of experience in mechanical maintenance.
  • •Willingness to learn to read complex mechanical drawings.
  • •Basic computer skills.
  • •Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures consistently.
  • •Working knowledge of shop math and ability to read and write clearly.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.

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