Facilities Tech I

Cytovance Biologics Inc•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Facilities Technician I is responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting process, utility, and facility systems throughout the campus. This role supports operational reliability by ensuring all systems function within compliance standards. The position operates under company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), FDA and other applicable regulations, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical field, and/or 0-3 years’ experience in the operation/maintenance of pharmaceutical or otherwise complex manufacturing equipment. High school diploma or GED and/or trade school or apprenticeship completion with relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry shall be considered in lieu of an associate or bachelor’s degree.
Must be able to follow directions and perform duties as assigned.
Good computer skills will be helpful. Ability to use computers for record generation and communication is a must.
Attention to detail is very important and strong organizational skills are required.
Need to be motivated self-starter and possess the ability to work unsupervised.
The ability to enter and work in a clean room environment is an important job function for this position.

Nice To Haves

cGMP experience is a major plus

Responsibilities

Performance of Essential Duties and Responsibilities for low-complexity unit operations with moderate input from management and moderate-complexity unit operations with high input from management.
Perform scheduled maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of facility and process equipment, including fermenters, bioreactors, HVAC systems, purified and WFI water systems, incubators, clean steam systems, freezers, and homogenizers etc.
Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments to minimize operational downtime.
Conduct calibration and metrology work for temperature sensors, pressure gauges, scales, flow meters, conductivity sensors, level sensors etc.
Complete all maintenance documentation accurately, ensuring required pre-approvals and signoffs are obtained per SOPs.
Follow all internal procedures and OSHA safety regulations.
Monitor alarms during facility walk-throughs and promptly report abnormal conditions to the appropriate equipment owner.
Perform minor building facility maintenance tasks as assigned.
Maintain current training and qualification records.
Support the Facilities Manager, peers, and Operations team by identifying issues, recommending improvements, and maintaining a proactive and positive attitude.
Demonstrate reliability in attendance and flexibility to work overtime or respond to after-hours requirements as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.