Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

AstraZeneca • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Maintains operating equipment requiring a proficient level of technical knowledge, diagnoses and resolve equipment related issues and contributes to improving the efficiency of the production line. The Maintenance Technician is a position reporting to a Process Execution Team Maintenance Facilitator, which supports a combination of the Formulation Filling, Packaging or Facilities Departments. The position entails providing technical / operational support, trouble-shooting, repairs and preventative maintenance for all equipment used in the production processes in various classified area from unclassified up to a Grade A aseptic environment. All work will adhere to established equipment procedures, SOPs and cGMPs. The position will operate and maintain general manufacturing, packaging and facility equipment. It requires the ability to perform mechanical and electronic troubleshooting in order to ensure efficient operation of equipment via OEE. Are you ready to step into a pivotal role that combines technical expertise with strategic planning? As a Maintenance Technician, you'll be at the forefront of driving innovation and efficiency within our operations. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on solving complex challenges and is eager to contribute to continuous improvement projects. You'll be instrumental in setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining key equipment, ensuring seamless production processes and supporting utility systems. With minimal supervision, you'll have the autonomy to make impactful decisions and lead initiatives that enhance our operational capabilities. Accountabilities In this dynamic position, you'll install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and perform line turnarounds, as well as general and preventative maintenance on production and supporting utility equipment. Your work will be guided by established procedures to ensure timely and efficient operations. You'll also complete documentation and required functions in the work order system to close out activities in compliance with cGMPs. Additionally, you'll perform batch record and GMP documentation entries as needed, maintaining records and logs to support your responsibilities. Working under the direction of the Maintenance Facilitator, you'll utilize a variety of testing tools and measuring equipment to efficiently maintain and troubleshoot electronic, environmental monitoring, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical line equipment. You'll set up equipment and perform necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance per process specifications. Furthermore, you'll provide training to technicians for equipment setup and minor adjustments or repairs. Regularly interfacing with operations employees and outside vendors, you'll develop and oversee equipment service contracts.

Requirements

• High school graduate, vocational school graduate or equivalent (GED)
• 5+ years mechanical, troubleshooting and repair experience in production, manufacturing industry is required
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Overtime will be required with prior notice to support business needs. Emergency overtime may be required with little notice to ensure operation of equipment within the Process Execution Team (PET).

Nice To Haves

• Pharmaceutical experience
• Technical School or Trade Certification
• Apprenticeship in a formal (trade mechanical)
• Engineering/Automation background
• Systech/SAP experience

Responsibilities

• install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and perform line turnarounds, as well as general and preventative maintenance on production and supporting utility equipment
• complete documentation and required functions in the work order system to close out activities in compliance with cGMPs
• perform batch record and GMP documentation entries as needed, maintaining records and logs to support your responsibilities
• utilize a variety of testing tools and measuring equipment to efficiently maintain and troubleshoot electronic, environmental monitoring, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical line equipment
• set up equipment and perform necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance per process specifications
• provide training to technicians for equipment setup and minor adjustments or repairs
• develop and oversee equipment service contracts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees