Maintenance Technician All Shifts

Merck•Durham, NC

10d

About The Position

Technician O2 is a skilled technician with a moderate level of industry experience, responsible for performing routine operational and maintenance activities within an assigned suite or area. This role requires proficiency in mechanical and technical tasks, adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and a commitment to environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) standards. The Technician O2 works with moderate supervision, demonstrates mechanical aptitude, and actively contributes to team performance and process improvements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 3 years of plant maintenance or technical experience.
Proficiency in one of the technical craft skills, including instrumentation, electrical, plumbing, or advanced mechanical systems.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements in accordance with cGMP manufacturing operations or other regulated industry.
Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to work with moderate supervision in non-routine situations.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Industrial Systems, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Military Training
Familiarity with automated process equipment in the biopharmaceutical field.
Experience with SAP, SAP Mobile, DeltaV, and CMMS Calibration/Maintenance Database Systems.

Responsibilities

Fully qualified to independently operate within the assigned suite or area
Performs all routine operational activities and preventative maintenance tasks independently.
Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and executes basic repairs for assigned equipment;
Takes ownership of cGMP compliance, ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintenance task lists, and proper documentation.
Proactively identifies and resolves compliance issues in the assigned suite, escalating to O3 or O4 levels when necessary.
Maintains 100% training status without requiring coach input.
Proficient in business systems such as SAP, SAP Mobile, DeltaV, and other relevant platforms, performing tasks and transactions independently with minimal assistance.
Recognizes operational and technical problems, using established procedures to assess and implement solutions.
Performs routine troubleshooting for assigned equipment or systems, escalating complex issues to higher-level technicians (O3/O4) as needed.
Contributes to maintaining positive EH&S performance in the assigned area, actively identifying and resolving potentially unsafe conditions.
Demonstrates inclusion principles, collaborates with team members, and actively participates in team meetings, including Tier discussions.
Complies with safety and environmental regulations and guidelines.
Works independently to meet timeframes set by others, demonstrating reliability and follow-through on commitments.
Acts with urgency for emerging issues as directed by leadership.
Provides and receives timely, constructive one-on-one feedback to improve performance.
Listens, collaborates, and supports team decisions to meet collective goals.
Communicate with other departments, contractors, or disciplines
Assists with automation, validation, and additional testing as required.
Contributes to Continuous Improvement of existing processes
Complies with safety and environmental regulations and guidelines.
Other tasks that may be assigned by leadership