Biotechnology Assistant Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Our client's global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting-edge technologies, convenient procurement options, and pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands.

Position:         Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician
Location:        Lenexa, KS – 66227
Duration:       6 Months
Job Type:       Temporary Assignment
Work Type:    Onsite
Shift:               Day Shift

Summary

The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting facility infrastructure and production equipment through machining, fabrication, piping installation, and mechanical maintenance activities. The role focuses on maintaining building utility systems, fabricating and repairing mechanical components, installing and troubleshooting piping systems, and supporting facility maintenance in an industrial environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on mechanical professional with strong troubleshooting skills and experience in machining, fabrication, and facility systems maintenance.

Machining, Fabrication & Equipment Support

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment including lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and saws.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair brackets, guards, frames, pipe supports, machine components, and custom tooling.
• Machine replacement parts when OEM components are unavailable or delayed.
• Repair shafts, housings, mounts, and mechanical assemblies.
• Fabricate modifications to improve equipment reliability or safety.
• Assist with mechanical tear-downs and equipment rebuilds.
• Perform welding (MIG, TIG, Stick) and general metal fabrication.
• Conduct precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other inspection tools.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to improve mechanical reliability and reduce equipment downtime.

Facilities Equipment & Utility Systems

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility infrastructure and utility systems including boilers, pumps, heat exchangers, compressed air systems, and water/steam systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on facility equipment.
• Assist with installation, alignment, and commissioning of new facility systems.
• Respond to facility maintenance requests and emergency repair needs.

Piping & Mechanical Systems

• Install, modify, and repair piping systems including water, compressed air, steam, and condensate lines.
• Perform pipe fitting, threading, cutting, bending, grooving, and assembly.
• Interpret piping diagrams, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Troubleshoot leaks, pressure issues, and flow irregularities.
• Support system upgrades, rerouting projects, and infrastructure improvements.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Document maintenance and fabrication activities in maintenance tracking systems.
• Develop and improve standard work procedures for machining and maintenance tasks.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and facility regulations.

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED (completed prior to start date).
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in facilities maintenance, machining, fabrication, pipefitting, and mechanical systems in an industrial, commercial, government, or military environment.
• Experience operating manual machining equipment such as lathes and milling machines.
• Experience installing and repairing industrial piping systems.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge.
• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and piping schematics.
• Experience in fabrication and welding.
• Knowledge of boilers and facility utility systems.
• Experience working in machine shop environments.

TekWissen is an emerging global human capital, recruitment and IT services organization. Operating since 2009, we draw upon more than a decade of staffing experience to deliver critical talent acquisition solutions and IT engagements for our clients. We’re founded on a culture that is passionate about delivering tailored solutions, that create lasting partnerships.

Our global footprint covers six countries: United States, Canada, Australia, India, United Kingdom and the Philippines. This allows us to work in close partnership with organizations and manage everything from global talent needs with demanding resourcing strategies, to single sites with lower recruitment volumes.

TekWissen® is an equal opportunity employer supporting workplace diversity.