Sr. Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Vista, CA

Salary: $68,000 - $77,000

About Nordic Naturals

At Nordic Naturals, we take pride in crafting foundational nutrients to help people all over the world live healthy lives. Our mission is to give people, pets, and families the highest-quality nutrients possible to be well and support optimal health. This seemingly simple mission of global health relies on a dedicated team of motivated employees who share our passion for nutrition and wellness. Join us and discover how rewarding it can be to make a living while contributing to a truly great cause.

Position Summary

The Sr. Maintenance Technician plays a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving production and facility equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role requires hands-on expertise with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs). In addition to performing advanced technical work, the Senior Technician supports process improvements, mentors junior team members, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime and enhance manufacturing performance.

Essential Functions & Core Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on production equipment used in softgel, liquid, and gummy manufacturing.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems including motors, sensors, wiring, switches, and control panels.
• Troubleshoot and maintain mechanical systems such as conveyors, pumps, mixers, and filling machines.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including valves, cylinders, compressors, and regulators.
• Work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to identify and resolve control system issues; assist with basic programming and troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and mechanical drawings to support equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Support the installation, relocation, and modification of new or existing equipment.
• Accurately document maintenance activities using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) such as Fiix.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to increase reliability, safety, and equipment performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior maintenance technicians.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve technical issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in identifying and managing critical spare parts inventories.
• Lead scheduling and execution of maintenance work orders for instrumentation to achieve site and maintenance objectives.
• Assist in covering production OT on weekends before and after shifts.
• Coordinate the overall quality of the work team and demonstrate understanding of quality standards.
• Foster a collaborative work environment by leading in problem solving within the team and across functional areas- examples would include engaging the work team in discussions about new equipment with Engineering & Maintenance
• FIIX review of work orders.
• Daily follow-up to ensure work orders are closed per the agreed process.
• Assignment of work orders.
• Completion of quote process and parts requisition through agreed process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or GED

Experience: 

• 3-5 years of experience in a team leader capacity.
• Able to lead and interact with groups at all levels independently.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with individuals at all levels of organization in a timely and efficient manner.
• Able to work three shift rotation (If required or in case of emergency).

Competency Statements

• Positive – Ability to view all situations with a positive attitude. 
• Technical Expertise – Advanced knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems.
• Problem Solving – Strong ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to execute precise work and maintain accurate records.
• Organized – Demonstrates systematic methods in managing tasks and priorities.
• Initiative – Self-motivated to proactively address equipment issues and improve processes.
• Team-Oriented – Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support knowledge transfer to peers.
• Reliability – Dependable and trustworthy in handling equipment, tools, and maintenance tasks.
• Safety Minded – Committed to working safely and maintaining a safe production environment.

Other Preferred Skills & Abilities

Certifications (Preferred or Required): 

• Electrical Maintenance Technician Certification (EMTC).
• PLC Programming & Troubleshooting.
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT).
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) & Confined Space Entry Training.
• Forklift and Aerial Lift Certifications.
• Welding Certification (AWS D1.1).

Computer Skills: 

• N/A.

Benefits

Eligible employees may be offered a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored programs. Eligibility and offerings are subject to applicable plan documents and employment status.

Physical Demands – Manufacturing

This position operates on an active plant floor, requiring candidates to remain stationary or move throughout the facility for shifts up to 8–10 hours. Essential duties involve positioning self to operate tools, using fine motor dexterity to adjust components, and lifting or transferring materials weighing 10-50 pounds depending on the position. Work is performed in a manufacturing environment requiring strict compliance with mandatory safety protocols and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 

California Applicants

The compensation range above applies to work performed in California and represents the employer’s good-faith estimate of the expected salary or hourly wage range for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.