Maintenance Technician - Second Shift

Bausch + Lomb Corporation, (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), is solely dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world from the moment of birth through every phase of life.  Our mission is simple yet powerful: Helping you see better to live better.

The company is one of the best-known and most respected healthcare brands in the world, offering the widest and finest range of eye health products including contact lenses and lens care products, pharmaceuticals, intraocular lenses, and other eye surgery products. 

Our highest priority is the well-being of the people we serve. By listening to our customers and patients, by constantly honing our innovation edge, by executing with integrity and excellence, we strive to earn the trust of our partners and stakeholders.

Over the last 167 years, Bausch + Lomb has become a global hallmark for innovation and quality.  Our talented and motivated colleagues work relentlessly to invent new materials, engineer new technologies, and ultimately bring new innovations to help people see better to live better.

Lynchburg, VA Distribution Center

RESPONSIBILITIES/EXPECTATIONS:

• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance tasks on various office and building equipment.
• Assist supervisor in coordinating contract work for maintenance and repairs and assist in all projects and other duties as assigned.
• Schedule and maintain inspection of safety, security, and fire prevention equipment.
• Maintain spare parts inventory.
• Perform calibration testing of equipment as necessary.
• Address issues and maintain the Maintenance Service Request Ticket System.
• Maintain training up-to date and compliant with all site and Quality requirements specific to the job.

• Lead projects and/or work groups.
• Make sound decisions and use problem-solving tools.
• Multi-task.
• Coordinate projects and communicate results.
• Practice good interpersonal skills and work within a team-oriented environment.
• Maintain working relationships with all site personnel, vendors, and contractors.
• Be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision.
• Be able to use Windows-based computer programs.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

• All maintenance activities of the Lynchburg Distribution Center.
• Work under general supervision in all areas of the Lynchburg plant and adhere to all governing SOPs and regulations.
• Expected to work overtime during scheduled weekend work as determined by their supervisor which includes Saturday and/or Sunday and be flexible to work across shifts and holidays as necessary.  Available for on-call emergencies.
• Expected to follow all safety policies procedures and practices including lockout/tagout, waste handling, electrical safety, emergency response, PPE and others.
• Manage purchase card account for payments for service, replenishment of supplies and ordering repair parts.
• Provide support and oversite of approved vendors and service contractor activities to ensure compliance to procedures and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING:

• Vocational or Trade School.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills and knowledge of plumbing and fabrication.
• 3-5 years Maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
• Fork truck certification required – certification course will be provided after hire-in.
• Prior welding experience preferred.
• Knowledge of fire suppression systems.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Working in an FDA/GMP-regulated environment and knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Preferred Skills: Electrical, HVAC, Material Handling Systems, PLC Programming.

The masculine is used in this publication without prejudice for the sake of conciseness.
Bausch & Lomb is committed to equal employment opportunity and complies with equal employment opportunity laws in effect wherever it operates.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on reques.

​​