Sr. Maintenance Mechanic - 2ndt Shift

AstraZeneca•Philadelphia, PA

52d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Maintenance Mechanic supports the Formulation Filling and Packaging Departments, providing technical and operational support, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance for all production equipment. This role ensures optimal operation of equipment in various classified areas, adhering to established procedures, SOPs, and cGMPs. The position also involves mechanical and electrical troubleshooting to maintain equipment efficiency and offers basic mechanical training to Maintenance Mechanics and Technicians. Additionally, the Senior Maintenance Mechanic plays a key role in continuous improvement projects and equipment upgrades with minimal supervisory attention.

Requirements

7 + years of experience in the field
High school diploma/GED
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Technical School or Trade Certification
Apprenticeship in a formal (trade mechanical)
Fabrication skills
SAP – UniSeries Intermediate Training Level or higher

Responsibilities

Perform work requirements responsibly, in accordance with SOPs, cGMPs, and established safety procedures per OSHA guidelines. Be familiar with “Material Safety Data Sheets” for area chemicals.
Possess advanced safety knowledge including electrical safety and lockout tagout.
Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, adjust, and repair advanced/more complex equipment including utilities and facilities equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance on production and supporting utility equipment per established procedures in a timely and efficient manner. Coordinate, assess, develop, and update PMs as necessary.
Complete documentation and required functions in the work order system to close out activities in compliance with cGMPs.
Coach peers and share knowledge to support growth and improve performance of the PET.
Author quality documents to support mechanical repairs (i.e., APF0060, APF0015) and possess advanced knowledge of related SAP transactions.
Perform batch record and GMP documentation entries as required. Maintain records/logs as required in performance of job responsibilities.
Some 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).
Work with minimal supervision under the direction of the Maintenance Facilitator.
Set up equipment and perform required adjustments to ensure each operation is performing per process specifications. Provide training to Mechanics for equipment set-up and minor adjustments or repairs.
Utilize appropriate Problem Solving and Troubleshooting techniques to complete equipment repairs.
Responsible for OEE performance of all equipment and systems within the assigned operating area.
Follow and maintain compliance with established MRO procedures and inventory control.
Lead production level projects with minimal supervision in addition to assisting others with timely implementation of projects and validation activities.
Maintain Aseptic Processing and Gowning certifications to support assigned work areas. Perform other similar responsibilities as assigned by area management (Formulation Fill Department Specific).
Regularly interface with operations employees as well as outside vendors to develop and oversee equipment service contracts.
Perform cleaning and housekeeping activities as required for assigned areas to maintain a cGMP environment.
Perform 5S activities and maintain organization of operating areas.
Use and troubleshoot line- and site-level Systech products such as running serialization consistent with the UniSeries Intermediate level of training.