Utility Operator / Mechanic

Kashiv Biosciences•Piscataway, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Operator / Mechanic is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of facility utility systems and equipment supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This position performs routine inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and utility system operation while maintaining a strong focus on GMP/GxP compliance, safety, equipment reliability, and accurate documentation. The Utility Operator / Mechanic will work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Quality, and external service providers to ensure critical and non-critical facility systems remain operational and reliable.

Requirements

3 years or more of facilities, utilities, mechanical maintenance, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotech experience
Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing experience.
Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment.
Valid New Jersey Boiler Operator License/Certification, where applicable to facility requirements and regulatory obligations.
Experience working with HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, mechanical
Experience with CMMS systems.
Experience with utility monitoring and building management systems.
Experience with steam boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, HVAC, and water systems

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and inspect facility utility systems and equipment including Water for Injection (WFI), classified Air Handling Units (AHUs), compressed air systems, and process gas.
Monitor Building Automation Systems (BMS and FMS) and utility performance to ensure reliable operations.
Perform routine rounds and document operating conditions, readings, alarms, and abnormalities.
Support operation and monitoring of boilers, HVAC and air-handling systems, chilled water systems, compressed air systems, process and utility water systems, pumps, motors, valves, piping systems, electrical and emergency power systems, and building support systems.
Respond to utility alarms, equipment failures, and abnormal operating conditions.
Escalate critical equipment or system issues to Engineering/Maintenance leadership.
Assist with startup, shutdown, isolation, and restoration of utility equipment.
Perform equipment checks and verify systems are operating within established parameters.
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on facility and utility equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and identify root causes of equipment failures.
Repair and replace pumps, motors, valves, belts, bearings, filters, gauges, piping components, and other mechanical equipment.
Perform basic plumbing and facility repairs as required.
Lubricate equipment and perform routine mechanical adjustments.
Assist qualified technicians and contractors with complex maintenance activities.
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
Perform all work in accordance with applicable GMP/GxP requirements, company procedures, safety requirements, and established maintenance practices.
Accurately document work performed in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Complete maintenance records, equipment logs, checklists, and utility operating records accurately and on time.
Follow approved SOPs, work instructions, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), permit-to-work, and safety procedures.
Maintain appropriate documentation and records to support inspections and audits.
Report equipment deviations, failures, and abnormal conditions promptly.
Support investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities as assigned.
Follow all company Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements.
Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Follow Lockout/Tagout and equipment isolation procedures.
Safely work around electrical, mechanical, steam, hot water, pressurized systems, chemicals, and other facility hazards.
Report unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and equipment hazards immediately.
Participate in safety training and facility emergency response activities.
Complete assigned preventive maintenance activities according to established schedules.
Identify equipment deterioration and recommend repairs before failures occur.
Assist Engineering with equipment reliability improvements.
Support installation, commissioning, and qualification activities for new or modified utility equipment.
Assist with contractor activities and verify work is completed according to approved requirements.
Maintain accurate equipment history and maintenance documentation.