Process Maintenance Technician

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

104d

About The Position

The Process Maintenance Technician will install, operate, and maintain process equipment supporting clinical manufacturing suites, including bioreactors, purification systems, purified water systems, tanks and skids, mixers, blenders, agitators, pumps, heat exchangers, columns, benchtop equipment, and local water systems. The technician will service and repair equipment and systems to meet GXP requirements throughout the clinical manufacturing and R&D laboratory facilities. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing equipment problems, maintaining and updating maintenance records, and following all safety and environmental regulations. The technician will perform periodic equipment inspections following a checklist format and according to a schedule to proactively identify maintenance and repair needs prior to equipment failures. The role also involves directing and assisting other technicians as needed, working on complex assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative, and collaborating effectively with contractors and project management teams from facilities and global engineering. Additionally, the technician will develop or assist in the development of documents required to support the maintenance function and monitor and respond to all assigned Building Management System (BMS) alarms.

Requirements

• Certificate of completion at a 2-year technical trade school or High School diploma with experience in maintenance trades.
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance and repair, preferably in a biotech setting.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and understand technical schematics and diagrams.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 3 years cGMP experience.
• Experience with specific types of biotech equipment, such as bioreactors, centrifuges, and HPLC systems.
• Certification in a relevant field, such as electrical or mechanical technologies.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and maintain process equipment supporting clinical manufacturing suites.
• Service and repair equipment and systems to meet GXP requirements.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment problems.
• Maintain and update maintenance records.
• Follow all safety and environmental regulations.
• Perform periodic equipment inspections to identify maintenance and repair needs.
• Direct and assist other technicians in performing duties.
• Work on complex assignments requiring judgment and initiative.
• Collaborate with contractors and project management teams.
• Develop documents to support the maintenance function.
• Monitor and respond to assigned BMS alarms.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Accommodations available for persons with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED