Maintenance Technician I

Join Our Team at Lief Labs

Lief Labs is a premier formulation and product development innovator and manufacturer of dietary supplements. Our in-house product development and R&D team create the best-tasting and cutting-edge supplement formulations. Lief also houses a state-of-the-art, full-service Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) manufacturing facility, which offers custom solutions for many supplement categories. Lief collaborates with entrepreneurial firms to help them build premier brands. Our turnkey solutions allow us to engage in seamless partnerships that help brands with scalability and sustainable growth. Lief Labs is in the Santa Clarita Valley (Valencia, CA.)

About the Role

Lief Labs is looking for a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician I, 1st Shift (5am-1:30pm) to help keep our production equipment and facility operations running smoothly. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting a safe, efficient, and high-quality production environment.

If you enjoy hands-on problem-solving, working with cutting-edge systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams—this is a great opportunity to grow your career in industrial maintenance.

What You’ll Do

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues
• Diagnose and repair production equipment during operation and breakdowns
• Ensure optimal performance and reliability of machinery

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams on root cause analysis (5 Whys, incident management, change management)
• Support plant goals in safety, productivity, quality, cost, and customer satisfaction
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team projects

Maintenance Operations

• Execute planned, corrective, and preventative maintenance activities
• Complete and document work orders in CMMS systems accurately and on time
• Assist with fabrication of machine parts and maintain shop organization (5S)

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• Promote a safe working environment and ensure proper use of equipment

What You Bring

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience
• Experience with preventative maintenance and break-fix repairs
• PLC troubleshooting (preferred)
• Ability to work 1st shift (5am-1:30pm, overtime and weekends as needed)

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of electrical (460 VAC 3-phase & 110 VAC), mechanical, hydraulic, and control systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment
• Familiarity with hand tools, specialized tools, and CMMS systems
• Basic Microsoft Office skills

Core Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Organized, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Customer-focused with a strong work ethic

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Lift and move 10–50 lbs, with support equipment for heavier loads
• Use of vision, dexterity, and proper safety equipment to perform tasks safely

Work Environment

The work will be performed in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), manufacturing environment where products are produced under strict regulatory and quality standards to ensure safety, consistency, and compliance. This environment includes controlled cleanroom facilities, documented processes, and adherence to FDA 21 CFR Part 211 requirements. Employees must follow all GMP procedures, maintain a clean and organized workspace, and participate in quality assurance activities.

The offices are clean, orderly, properly lit and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate. Field conditions vary. Exposed to various raw materials, including allergens (i.e. milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy).

Why Join Lief Labs?

• Be part of a collaborative, safety-first culture
• Work on meaningful projects that directly impact production success
• Opportunities to grow your technical skills and career
• Contribute to a company committed to quality, innovation, and operational excellence

Ready to apply your maintenance expertise and make a real impact? Apply today and grow with Lief Labs!

Additional Information

The hourly pay rate for this position is $29.20 - $34.00 USD. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to market demands, experience, training, skills, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, wellness benefits, education reimbursement program, and PTO.

Lief is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, or sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Suppose you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran. In that case, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center due to your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Lief Human Resources department.

Lief will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Lief uses E-Verify to confirm work eligibility in the United States. E-Verify compares the information on your Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to official government records.