Sr. Maintenance Technician

Job title: Sr. Maintenance Technician

Location: Pearl River, NY

About the job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. 

The Maintenance Execution position supports site shop floor manufacturing equipment (Bioreactors, mixers, chromatography skids, autoclaves, etc.) to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role requires strong technical skills, the ability to work cross-functionally, and leadership in training manufacturing operators on routine maintenance and troubleshooting.

About Sanofi 

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Support Operations: Provide technical support to manufacturing operations, maintenance teams, and site projects.

• Work Order Management: Complete all work orders and time entries accurately in the CMMS system.

• Training & Development:Work with the Asset Care Manager to train and mentor maintenance technicians and manufacturing operators in maintenance tasks and troubleshooting.

• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Perform daily checks and scheduled PM activities on site-wide equipment.

• Troubleshooting: Identify root causes of system failures and perform necessary repairs. As such, the technician will provide SME support to deviation investigations as needed.

• Coordination & Scheduling: Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance activities.

• Compliance & Safety: Complete all assigned training (SOPs, SWIs) and follow site safety and compliance requirements.

• Collaboration: Assist other technicians and teams to support site-wide maintenance and projects.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to maintenance practices and equipment reliability.

• Other Duties: Execute additional tasks as assigned to support operations.

Technical Scope:

• Preventive maintenance and repair of industrial/process equipment.

• Instrumentation and electronics, including PLCs.

• Electrical systems (single-phase and three-phase 480V).

• Manufacturing equipment: Bioreactors, Centrifuges, Autoclaves.

• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and technical documentation.

• Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Decision-Making Matrix (DAI):

The Maintenance Execution position plays an active role in decision-making processes across maintenance and operations activities. Responsibilities are defined as follows:

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Execution

D (Decider)

• Executes and decides on necessary actions to maintain equipment performance and reliability.

• Equipment Issue Reporting and Recommendations

A (Accountable)

• Presents data, identifies problems, and proposes solutions to supervisors or engineering teams.

• Site Maintenance Strategy and Long-Term Planning

• Delivers training and ensures operators are properly qualified to perform routine tasks.

• Coordination of Major Repairs and Shutdowns

I (Informed)

• Receives updates on site strategy but does not participate in high-level decision-making.

• Operator Training on Basic Maintenance Tasks

• Remains informed on all safety policies and compliance updates and applies them in daily activities.

A/I (Accountable/Informed)

• Provides technical support and coordination, informed of scheduling and resource planning decisions.

• Safety and Compliance Communication

Work Expectations:

• Overtime as required.

• Availability to work weekends and holidays.

• Always promote and uphold safety culture and compliance.

About You

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree or technical certification preferred.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably inbiotech, pharmaceutical, or food industries.

• Strong troubleshooting skills with mechanical, electrical, and control systems.

• Experience with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Why Choose Us?  

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. 

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. 

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. 

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave. 

Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.