Industrial Maintenance Technician – Pipefitting & Welding

Industrial Maintenance Technician – Pipe fitting & Welding

Location: Pharmaron Coventry Campus – Coventry, RI

Pharmaron is a global CRO (Contract Research Organization) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.

We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects
, 1,000+ CMC programmes
, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADC's, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,000 global customers
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Pharmaron-Coventry is seeking a licensed and experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to support manufacturing plants, laboratories, and associated facilities at the Coventry, RI campus. This role is responsible for performing proactive and reactive mechanical maintenance, repairs, and project work with a high degree of precision in a regulated industrial environment.

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on mechanical equipment and facility assets
• Execute pipe fitting and welding tasks to support plant operations and capital projects
• Maintain rotating equipment, pharmaceutical process systems, HVAC, and steam systems
• Read and follow procedures, drawings, and work instructions
• Accurately document maintenance activities in a CMMS
• Comply with OSHA and EHS regulations, including LOTO and hot work requirements
• Participate in confined space entries and serve on the emergency response team
• Support a rotating on-call schedule and respond to emergency call-ins as needed

• Licensed welder with pipe fitting certification (structural welding experience preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in pipe fitting and welding across various materials of construction
• Experience working in a GMP or other highly regulated environment
• Knowledge of rotating equipment including pumps, seals, and agitators
• Familiarity with HVAC and steam systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and procedures
• Ability to work in an industrial environment, including walking, climbing ladders, kneeling, crawling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Medically cleared to wear required PPE (respirators, hearing protection, Tyvek suits, etc.)
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

• Strong attention to detail and safety focus
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable
• Willingness to respond to emergency situations
• Motivated to develop technical skills and expand knowledge

$35-55/HR;
Non-Exempt;
Overtime Eligible; 1st Shift

Unfortunately, we cannot support work visa permit applications for this role.

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China.

Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

You will thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values  culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners, and collaborators.

• Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions.
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!

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