Utilities Technician II

Biogen•Research Triangle Park, NC

9d•$26 - $34

About The Position

About This Role We are seeking a new team member to support the Utility Operations Dept. in a GMP and Non-GMP environment. In this role you will be responsible for operating the Plant Utility systems both GMP and Non-GMP, starting and stopping various utility systems using a BMS and DeltaV control system, monitoring utility systems, responding to all alarms, and performing rounds which include taking daily log readings on various utility systems. Individuals in this team will become trained and skilled in all unit operations in their area, often leading the execution of procedures, and performs most functions with minimal supervision. What You’ll Do Operate plant utilities under guidance of a qualified operator. These systems include: medium pressure boilers, chillers, glycol system, cooling towers, air compressors, waste neutralization and compressed air, fire suppression systems Operate the following GMP systems under guidance of a qualified operator: USP water system, water softeners, RO systems, Biowaste inactivation, Vapor Compression stills, clean steam generators, oxygen, nitrogen, argon and CO2 gas delivery systems Monitor utility systems through the BMS and Delta V control systems Maintain utility systems and respond to alarms. Log readings on various plant equipment systems and investigate when alarms occur Provide troubleshooting on problem utility equipment Perform Preventive Maintenance on utility equipment Perform daily rounds on all equipment and systems across your areas Other duties as assigned Who You Are You are a problem solver and team player that is eager to learn new equipment and operating systems. This position will provide you the opportunity to collaborate with a broad range of different groups to help provide support to manufacturing. Providing essential utilities support so that we can ensure success of our Business and our mission for patients.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years prior industry experience OR 2 years trade school/certification plus 1 year industry experience OR commensurate military experience
Basic mechanical skills and knowledge of steam systems, air systems, chillers, water systems
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite included)
Adaptable to changing needs and demands, comfortable navigating in a changing environment
Ability to interact with others in a professional and courteous manner in accordance with Biogen’s Core Behaviors
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

Great organization and time management skills, being efficient and productive
Comfortable with ambiguity; quickly understands the needs based on the situation at hand
Influencing and leading a positive attitude throughout team
Proficient with lock-out tag-out safety procedures and energized system work practices
Practical knowledge of GMP’s
Prior experience as a utility operator in a complex pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Operate plant utilities under guidance of a qualified operator. These systems include: medium pressure boilers, chillers, glycol system, cooling towers, air compressors, waste neutralization and compressed air, fire suppression systems
Operate the following GMP systems under guidance of a qualified operator: USP water system, water softeners, RO systems, Biowaste inactivation, Vapor Compression stills, clean steam generators, oxygen, nitrogen, argon and CO2 gas delivery systems
Monitor utility systems through the BMS and Delta V control systems
Maintain utility systems and respond to alarms.
Log readings on various plant equipment systems and investigate when alarms occur
Provide troubleshooting on problem utility equipment
Perform Preventive Maintenance on utility equipment
Perform daily rounds on all equipment and systems across your areas
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation