Maintenance Technician

Allogene Therapeutics•Newark, NJ

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Allogene Therapeutics is seeking a highly motivated Maintenance Technician to join their team. This role will be based at their headquarters in South San Francisco, CA or their manufacturing facility in Newark, CA, reporting to the Maintenance Manager. The facility includes office space and general laboratories for bioprocessing. The technician will be responsible for facilities oversight activities and assisting in the operation and maintenance of the company’s facility for equipment of cell-based therapeutics. The goal is to ensure all labs and lab personnel are supported to meet business needs, as well as all other facility support requests, to build a world-class support organization.

Requirements

High School diploma and or one of the following: relevant trade certification, vocational training in engineering or facilities, or equivalent experience required.
At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.
Valid CA driver’s license and ability to be covered by the company’s vehicle insurance policy.
Exposure to operations involving engineering disciplines including Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Environmental, and Industrial.
Demonstrated understanding of systems needed to manage a GMP facility such as: HVAC, electrical, process systems, plumbing/piping, automation, general maintenance, pest management, both interior and exterior.
Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 50lb. of equipment or supplies.
Must be able to squat, bend, kneel, climb, and or reach for 75% of an 8 hour shift.
Able to work after hours and on call as needed; weekend shift support and shutdowns.
Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize effectively to deliver results within reasonably established timelines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication are essential in this collaborative work environment.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of building P&IDs, as-built, schematics and flow diagram and electrical, is desired however, not required.
Previous cGMP experience strongly preferred.
Experience in operating a BMS system, preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform daily rounds.
Perform routine maintenance tasks including maintaining of utility equipment, RO Unit, pumps, chillers, air handlers and supporting equipment, lab equipment, and general facility repairs.
Ensure general facility is maintained in optimum conditions and in compliance with GMP requirements including writing and documenting work performed on all tasks in our CMMS system, preferably Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Management.
Ensure all labs and lab personnel are supported to meet business needs, including lab gasses, preventive maintenance, equipment service contracts, and safety equipment.
Monitor contractor’s performance when needed and work closely with outside vendors to ensure work is completed according to specifications.
Support company functions such as moving furniture and setting up for company meetings.
Support F&E staff in the warehouse.
Work in a safe manner following all safety SOP’s and wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
Follow instructions to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies including FDA, CA FDB, OSHA, DOH, EPA, Fire Department, city audits, Health Department, etc.
Other duties as assigned.