About Site
Catalent’s Madison, Wisconsin site is a state‑of‑the‑art biologics development and manufacturing facility supporting customers from research through early‑ and mid‑stage clinical production. Located at 726 Heartland Trail in Madison, the approximately 102,700‑square‑foot GMP facility specializes in mammalian cell line engineering, drug substance biomanufacturing, and biopharmaceutical development, utilizing flexible single‑use systems to enable rapid scale‑up and customization. The site is home to Catalent’s proprietary GPEx® and GPEx® Lightning technologies, which are used to generate high‑yielding mammalian cell lines for biologic therapies, and supports production scales ranging from 50 to 4,000 liters for clinical manufacturing. Following a $45 million expansion announced in 2025, the Madison site has significantly increased capacity, added new equipment, and created approximately 200 highly skilled biohealth jobs, further strengthening its role within Catalent’s global biologics network and Wisconsin’s growing life sciences ecosystem.
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for a Technician I - Facilities, Maintenance to join our team. This role focuses on maintaining buildings and utilities that support site activities. The position ensures timely maintenance of HVAC systems, facilities, and associated equipment in line with safety and regulatory standards. The Technician will perform repairs and maintenance across office, lab, utility, and cleanroom areas, contributing to a safe and efficient work environment.
Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Location: Madison, WI
100% Onsite
The Role
Perform repairs and maintenance across office, lab, utility, and cleanroom areas
Maintain HVAC systems, facilities, and utilities in compliance with safety and regulatory standards
Execute preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues in both lab and manufacturing environments
Respond to equipment and facility issues, supporting manufacturing operations as needed
Complete work orders and accurately document all maintenance activities per required practices
Coordinate maintenance activities around cGMP production schedules and operational needs
Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to perform maintenance and repairs
Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend facility and equipment support
The Candidate
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a Technical or Associate degree in a maintenance-related field
1+ years of experience in a manufacturing facility, preferably in a cGMP environment
Mechanical and electrical aptitude
Ability to perform general facility repair, maintenance, and upkeep
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment
Ability to follow detailed instructions and Standard Operating Procedures in a regulated environment
Strong documentation and organizational skills
Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, and other systems)
Physical requirements: Must be able to see, hear, read, and write clear English. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading, and computer use. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, carrying, and grasping. Frequent lifting up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Must comply with Environmental, Health, and Safety responsibilities.
Preferred Skills & Background
Expertise in HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry
Why You Should Join Catalent
Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
Diverse, inclusive culture
Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
Competitive paid time off plus 8 paid holidays
Community engagement and green initiatives
Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment
Tuition Reimbursement
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