Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician

ImmunityBio, Inc.•Dunkirk, NY

6d•$37 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician will plan and direct the maintenance, preventive/corrective maintenance and upkeep of manufacturing and production equipment. The incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to: Calibration, Maintenance, troubleshooting and performance repairs on the Process Instrumentation and manufacturing equipment systems. Overhaul and perform corrective and preventive maintenance on plant equipment, filtration systems, centripetal equipment, pumps, Air Handling Units, sterilization, filling equipment, Plant and Critical Utilities equipment electrical controls and instrumentations to include, but not limited to, pressure/Level/Temperature/pH indicators and transmitters, electrical distribution, variable frequency drives, electric motors and electrical control systems.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required with 8+ years of Process GMP, Mechanical experience required; or 6+ years of Process GMP, Mechanical experience with a Maintenance Certificate or Utilities Certificate required; or Bachelor's degree or Equivalent plus 4+ years of Process GMP, Mechanical experience required
Experience with and working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) required
Experience with and working knowledge of facilities equipment and preventive maintenance programs required
Critical Utility Systems (WFI, PUW, HVAC, waste neutralization, electrical generators, process utilities, etc.) required
Experience in a Pharma-Biotech manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Self-starter with the ability to work with minimum supervision
Excellent Instrumentation and mechanical skills and knowledge of maintenance principles.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain a high level of customer service.
Hands-on execution of maintenance of process equipment, utility equipment, and facilities
Excellent working knowledge of cGMPs, OSHA compliance, HVAC systems and cleanrooms, automated pharmaceutical processing and plant equipment.
Follow and comply with EPA, OSHA, and NFPA regulations and with SOPs and cGMP policies.
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair of critical equipment including but not limited to: plant equipment, filtration systems, centripetal equipment, pumps, sterilization, filling packaging equipment and electrical controls to include, but not limited to, indicators, electrical distribution, variable frequency drives, electric motors and electrical control systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey information in face-to-face and in group settings
Excellent teamwork and cooperation skills.
Ability to understand and comprehend oral and written instructions
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Ability to perform Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) job plans.
Proficient at understanding and writing reports and work instructions.
Ability to understand the advance process and control theory of a Critical or Major system.
Ability to exercise good judgment.
Great follow-through.
Positive attitude at all times.
Ability to verify mechanical and electrical drawings for accuracy

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair highly complex, automated filling lines, dehydrogenation tunnels, vial washers, component stoppering and crimping equipment, exterior vial washers, sterilizers / Autoclaves, Freeze Dryers
Troubleshoot and repair highly complex, automated packaging and Inspection equipment, and labeling lines.
Troubleshoot and repair critical formulation equipment, vessels, holding tanks, high speed mixers, fluid temperature control systems, high pressure systems.
Perform routine maintenance, calibrations, and adjustments maintaining daily operations supporting different batch formats and component sizes.
Monitor equipment performance, interact directly with the manufacturing quality team and quickly resolve mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical issues.
Maintain and service critical facility support equipment for wet infrastructure Water purification Systems -WFI, Clean Steam, water treatment, softeners, filtration & decontamination systems, Boilers, Chillers, Tower water, Deaerators, condensate skids, plate chillers, point of use water dispensing systems, facility plumbing, wastewater treatment systems
Maintain and service critical facility support equipment for Dry infrastructure HVAC Air Handling units Air intake, conditioning – humidification / dehumidification / heating, cooling Downflow booths, Isolators, fume hoods Air filtration systems from general AHU filters to HEPA cleanroom filters Medical grade oil free air, compressed air, High pressure gasses and control systems and Electrical control process systems, motors and variable frequency drives, manage spare parts inventory for all critical systems, mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical issues.
Performs preventive maintenance of critical plant equipment as assigned covering both cGMP and non-cGMP areas.
Responsible for repairing or replacement of critical equipment mechanical / electrical / parts and devices to maintain all equipment in an operational state
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs critical equipment as assigned
Prepare maintenance reports and critical documentation covering Preventative maintenance, work orders, as assigned.
Supports engineering projects including but not limited to equipment installation, commissioning, and validation process.
Ability to assist within the Engineering Group in equipment failure root cause analysis with prompt resolution.
Perform / edits and adheres to Standard Operational Procedures (SOP), process improvements, standard templates, job plans, attend required training and assigned meetings.
Participates in audits and regulatory inspections as assigned.
Additional responsibilities may include maintenance of office systems (For example, monitoring the building management system “BMS”).
Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options
Health and Financial Wellness Programs
Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
529 Education Savings Program
Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks
Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays
Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO
Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day