Sr. Facilities Technician

Evergen•West Lafayette, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Evergen is a global industry-leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) in regenerative medicine. As the only regenerative medicine company that offers a differentiated portfolio of allograft and xenograft biomaterials at scale, Evergen is headquartered in Alachua, FL, and has manufacturing facilities in West Lafayette, IN., Eden Prairie and Glencoe, MN., Neunkirchen, DE., Glasgow, UK., and Marton, NZ.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
9+ years’ experience in maintenance or trades, such as carpentry, construction, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation
Industry related certifications preferred
Excellent understanding of facility mechanical and electrical systems – HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting.
Skilled with hand tools and power tools.
Experience with calibration of instruments.
Advanced aptitude in mechanical and electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.
Expert problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Detail oriented and able to follow written instructions precisely.
Effective listening and written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent time management skills; able to plan and execute work to meet established goals with minimal supervision.
Proficient with using computers for word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, and Computerized Maintenance Management Software
Demonstrated expertise in area(s) of specialization.
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast-paced situations.

Responsibilities

Performs installation, preventative and corrective “hands on” maintenance, and calibration tasks on laboratory and process equipment.
Completes maintenance activities and upkeep of the Company’s facilities, building and utility equipment, and grounds
Works effectively with minimal supervision and ensures tasks are completed on time per the maintenance schedule.
Records and documents work accurately and completely on work orders and quality system paperwork
Communicates with vendors to schedule services and purchase parts and materials.
Hosts maintenance and calibration vendors and ensures their work is completed according to quality standards and specifications.
Responds in a timely manner to maintenance help tickets and provides a high level of support to operations and other departments.
Troubleshoots facility, utility, and equipment malfunctions, and resolves issues utilizing the appropriate internal and external resources.
Provides input for development of maintenance/calibration procedures for new equipment and makes recommendations to optimize existing tasks and schedules.
Leads and/or supports facility projects, such as construction, installation of new equipment and processes, and upgrades or improvements.
Mentors and trains other technicians in area(s) of expertise and may train new team members.
Collaborates with engineering on projects such as validation of new equipment and processes.
Maintains maintenance/calibration supply/parts inventory.
Promotes positive safety culture by following all established procedures and guidelines and proactively identifying hazards.
Applies thorough understanding of the Quality System requirements in carrying out duties.
Other duties, as assigned.