Engineering Jobs in Boone County, KY

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Shift: 1st Shift

Location: Northern Kentucky Area

Position Overview

A growing advanced manufacturing company is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support automated production equipment in a high-quality manufacturing environment.

This position plays a key role in maintaining equipment reliability by performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing equipment issues, and repairing automated production systems used in filling, packaging, and material handling operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities, experience working with automated production equipment, and the ability to collaborate with operations, engineering, and quality teams to maintain safe and efficient production.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on automated production and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Assist with troubleshooting automation components including PLCs and variable frequency drives.
• Replace and repair components such as motors, sensors, gearboxes, valves, and pneumatic devices.
• Document maintenance work using internal tracking systems and maintenance records.
• Participate in equipment reliability and root cause discussions to improve uptime.
• Monitor spare parts inventory and report critical component needs.
• Follow established safety procedures and lockout/tagout protocols.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to minimize downtime and support operational efficiency.

Regulated Production Environment

Some equipment may be located within controlled production areas where adherence to quality and cleanliness standards is required. Technicians must follow established procedures when performing maintenance on validated equipment and maintain proper documentation to support compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting automated production or packaging equipment.
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and basic automation systems preferred.
• Experience with motors, sensors, VFDs, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with conveyor systems, pumps, packaging lines, or labeling equipment is beneficial.
• Familiarity with maintenance tracking systems (CMMS) is helpful.
• Understanding of lockout/tagout and industrial safety procedures.
• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is helpful but not required.
• Flexibility for overtime when production demands require it.

Technical Expectations

• Uses structured troubleshooting approaches to identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Focuses on implementing reliable repairs that reduce repeat maintenance issues.
• Communicates effectively with team members across operations and maintenance.
• Demonstrates attention to detail when working in controlled production environments.
• Takes ownership of assigned equipment and maintenance tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to kneel, crouch, and work from floor level when required.
• Ability to work at heights or elevated areas when servicing equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment such as forklifts.

Tools & Equipment

Technicians are expected to provide their own standard hand tools. Specialized tools and diagnostic equipment are provided by the company.

Personal Protective Equipment

Required PPE may include eye protection, gloves, respirators, protective footwear, and other equipment depending on the task or production environment.

Additional Information

This description is intended to outline the general scope of the role. Responsibilities and duties may evolve based on operational needs.

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Manufacturing Engineer

Boone County, KY

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer supports production operations by improving manufacturing processes, validating equipment and systems, and identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and reliability within a regulated manufacturing environment.

This role works closely with operations, quality, and technical teams to implement process improvements, support equipment and process validation activities, and ensure manufacturing systems operate in accordance with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.

The position also supports continuous improvement initiatives and provides technical guidance related to equipment, production workflows, and process optimization.

Experience working in FDA-regulated manufacturing environments with batch processing and filling operations is strongly referred

Key Responsibilities

Process Improvement & Operational Support

• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce operational costs, and enhance manufacturing performance.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and recommend improvements related to equipment utilization, workflow, and labor efficiency.
• Participate in cross-functional teams focused on improving manufacturing effectiveness and operational performance.
• Conduct time studies, process evaluations, and workflow analysis to support productivity improvements.

Equipment & Process Validation

• Develop and execute validation protocols for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Prepare validation documentation including procedures, protocols, and final reports.
• Ensure validation activities meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with quality and regulatory teams to maintain compliance with applicable standards.

Manufacturing & Automation Support

• Support implementation and integration of new production equipment and manufacturing technologies.
• Assist in evaluating equipment performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Support automated systems and manufacturing equipment used in production operations.

Production Optimization

• Work with operations teams to improve material flow, workstation layout, and production efficiency.
• Support development of standard work processes and manufacturing documentation.
• Help establish process control strategies to ensure consistent product quality.

Training & Technical Support

• Provide training and technical support for manufacturing personnel related to equipment and production processes.
• Develop visual management tools and documentation that support effective production control.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing efficiency and process stability.
• Apply structured problem-solving methods to improve production performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Approximately 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering within a regulated production environment.
• Experience in FDA-regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
• Experience with batching and filling operations in chemical or liquid production environments is required.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements and regulated manufacturing practices.
• Experience with equipment validation and process validation activities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Preferred Experience

• Background in chemical manufacturing, liquid processing, or similar production environments
• Familiarity with EPA or FDA regulatory requirements (including 21 CFR guidelines)
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing operations