Service Technician – Industrial Machinery

Job Description

Your primary focus in this role is to provide customers with excellent technical customer service and ensure complete satisfaction. Responsibilities include installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, testing, analyzing, while maintaining, repairing, and training of Syntegon Telstar equipment and associated products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform on-site installation, start-up, commissioning, and service of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
• Execute preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and emergency repairs on mechanical and electrical systems
• Troubleshoot motors, pumps, valves, sensors, heaters, PLC I/O, HMIs, and related control components
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions
• Support customer operations by providing equipment operation guidance and basic training.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Technical education or 5+ years of hands‑on field service / maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities; safe working practices.
• Experience with industrial equipment in regulated environments (pharma, biotech, food).
• Basic PLC diagnostics and understanding of GMP documentation.
• Independent working style, strong communication skills, customer‑focused mindset.
• Valid driver’s licence and passport.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience servicing equipment such as lyophilizers, sterilizers, isolators, or containment systems.
• Experience working in cleanroom or controlled environments.
• Ability to read basic ladder logic or fault diagnostics.
• Multi-lingual (Spanish, German, or French) a plus.

Additional physical and travel requirements:

• Willingness to travel up to 75%, including international destinations.
• Work in tight quarters; on top of and underneath equipment. Stand, stoop, kneel and bend continuously while working on equipment (66% of the time).
• Lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.

Submit to safety, background and drug/alcohol testing as required by customers and wear personal protective equipment as necessary.

Additional Information

Anticipated hourly rate is between $36 - $41

Compensation for roles at Syntegon Telstar NA varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. Total rewards at Syntegon Telstar NA include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

We Care about your Well-Being

At Syntegon Telstar NA, the welfare of our employees is a top priority.

That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and personal growth from day one, including:

• Health Coverage: Medical, Vision, and Prescription plans.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
• Financial Protection: Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance for your peace of mind.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy your personal time.

Join Syntegon Telstar NA and enjoy benefits that help you thrive both at work and beyond.

Syntegon  is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.