Job Description

Can a maintenance leader accelerate global health? At Cepheid, yes.
We're a company advancing molecular diagnostics that improve patient outcomes. Powered by the , we relentlessly pursue better--faster problem solving, smarter systems, measurable impact.
Imagine this scenario
An automated module on an IVD line throws a fault mid?run. You lead your team to isolate the issue, apply a temporary countermeasure, and capture learnings to update the PM playbook. By shift end, the line is back at target OEE, spare parts are replenished, and a vendor?supported upgrade is scheduled--all while maintaining FDA, ISO, OSHA, and GMP compliance and impeccable Good Housekeeping.
Your mission

• Own and evolve the plant's Preventive Maintenance program: craft procedures, schedule PMs, orchestrate major projects and equipment upgrades, and implement changes that enhance manufacturing line efficiency and department performance.
• Lead people and performance: deliver appraisals, coach and counsel, resolve conflicts, and administer discipline when needed; plan headcount and drive hiring activities to meet maintenance demand.
• Be the escalation point for complex automation equipment issues.
• Manage supplier relationships for equipment purchases and optimize spare?parts strategy for cost and uptime.
• Champion Good Housekeeping across all manufacturing areas.
• Continuously monitor equipment and improve OEE and maintenance processes in alignment with Company, FDA, ISO, OSHA, and GMP standards.

Role basics

• Reports to: Maintenance Engineering Manager
• Team: Engineering
• Location: Lodi, California (on?site)
• Schedule: Sunday-Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.-5:00 a.m., with alternating Saturdays

Qualifications

• High school diploma + 8+ years relevant experience, or bachelor's + 5+ years.
• Hands?on equipment background with hand tools and machine shop tooling.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio.
• Experience with mechanical design concepts and production machinery: electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical schematics; motors, pumps, vacuum systems, hydraulics.
• Demonstrated technical depth with strong analytical and problem?solving skills.
• Maintenance or technical experience plus coursework in supervisory and communication skills, Good Manufacturing Practices, cost accounting, product quality, and advanced computer skills.
• Familiarity with high?volume World Class Manufacturing principles.

Physical requirements

• Lift 25 lbs; stand for extended periods; perform repetitive arm/wrist motions.

Preferred experience

• Lean 5S Manufacturing
• PLC & Control Systems
• Vision & Laser Systems

Compensation, benefits, and flexibility

• Salary range: $97,000 - $120.000; role is bonus/incentive eligible. Provided as a good?faith range at posting and may be modified later.
• Benefits package includes paid time off, medical/dental/vision, and 401(k). Learn more:

. * We support flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home; your interview team will provide additional information.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Do you excel at...?

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
• Supervisory Experience
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Thriving in a Manufacturing Environment

If so, your leadership can help us innovate at the speed of life.

Skills Required