Process Maintenance Technician

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

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About The Position

The position involves installing, operating, and maintaining process equipment that supports clinical manufacturing suites. This includes a variety of equipment such as bioreactors, purification systems, purified water systems, tanks and skids, mixers, blenders, agitators, pumps, heat exchangers, columns, benchtop equipment, and local water systems. The role requires servicing and repairing equipment and systems to meet GXP requirements throughout clinical manufacturing and R&D laboratory facilities. Troubleshooting and repairing equipment problems, maintaining and updating maintenance records, and following all safety and environmental regulations are essential tasks. The technician will perform periodic equipment inspections to proactively identify maintenance and repair needs, direct and assist other technicians, and work on complex assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Collaboration with contractors and project management teams is also a key aspect of the role, along with developing necessary documents to support maintenance functions and monitoring BMS alarms.

Requirements

• Certificate of completion at a 2-year technical trade school or High School diploma with experience in maintenance trades in Pharma, Biotech, or other regulated industries.
• 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 required to support the maintenance function.
• Determine suitability of newly installed equipment for maintenance operation.
• Monitor and respond to assigned BMS alarms.

Benefits

• GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years
• Top 100 Employers Award
• Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees