Site Name: USA - Pennsylvania - Marietta
Posted Date: Nov 21 2023
Plant Utilities Technicians are challenged to operate, maintain, and repair all mechanical utility systems in a 24/7 cGMP Production Environment in an attempt to provide zero unplanned down time to our customers. The Utilities department has maintenance and operational responsibilities for a combination of cGMP, non-GMP and black utility systems across a 96-acre campus with approximately 750,000 sq/ft floor space under roof.
This is a 3rd shift position with working 10 PM until 6:30 AM.
Plant Utility Technicians document all start-up, shutdown, repair, and return to service activities in accordance with LSOPs and GDP procedures. They also maintain areas of responsibility in a state of inspection readiness.
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This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
- Work both independently and collaboratively across shift assignments with minimal to no direct supervision.
- Execute daily equipment checks, water sampling/analysis, normal operating routines and emergency response procedures.
- Follow all established EHS standards, safe work practices, and quality requirements such as but not limited to (e.g. LOTO, permits, OSHA, NFPA 70E, LSOPs, pharmacopeia, etc.).
- Use schematics, diagrams & drawings for diagnostics and trouble shooting and repair of plumbing, electrical, control systems, VFDs, programming logic, etc.
- Operate and maintain black utility systems & related equipment such as but not limited to (e.g. water softeners, de-alkalizer, boilers, de-aeration system, steam & condensate systems, air compressors, hydrants, fire suppression systems, biowaste systems, emergency generators, elevators, etc.).
- Operate and maintain cGMP clean utility systems & related equipment such as but not limited to (e.g. purified water storage and distribution, reverse osmosis, WFI stills, pure steam generators, etc.).
- Perform maintenance activities as assigned. Enhance equipment operational life and maintainability.
- Drive continuous improvement regarding infrastructure, procedures, routine maintenance tasks, task frequencies, spare parts inventory, etc.
- Document all start-up, shutdown, repair, and return to service activities in accordance with LSOPs and GDP procedures. Capture data using log books, check sheets, work orders, and CMMS systems.
- Oversee contract workers during maintenance activities and assist with engineering projects to ensure system integrity and zero unplanned service interruptions for production.
- Maintain compliance to established metrics and standards (e.g. training, PM on time completion, etc.).
Basic Qualifications:
- Associates degree in Engineering or technical related field
- 5+ years experience of related work in at least one of the following areas is required: boiler operations, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, plumbing, WWTP, EMT or multi-craft
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 7+ years experience of related work in at least one of the following areas is required: boiler operations, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, plumbing, WWTP, EMT or multi-craft
- 2+ years of experience within pharmaceutical, food, or a research facility is strongly preferred
- Boiler license must be obtained within one year of hire date
- Include stooping, standing, climbing, and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, and ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting devices. Ability to work around loud equipment, in confined spaces, and in inclement weather
- Position requires employees to work a 24/7 rotational schedule. This schedule will include holidays and weekends; overtime may be required
- Previous experience with Computerized Management Work Order System (SAP preferred)
- Ability to interpret electrical wiring diagrams, electronic schematics, and engineering drawings
- Ability to read, use, navigate, operate, and troubleshoot using SCADA, alarm screens, HMI, etc.
- Safely shutdown systems or equipment to allow inspections, maintenance, or renovations (e.g. boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, etc.)
- Sufficient technical/mechanical knowledge to identify equipment problems to keep equipment running during off shifts
- Basic fundamentals of various systems & equipment including: pumps, compressors, boilers, steam systems and ancillary services, DHW skids, chillers, cooling towers, clean steam generators, purified water systems, CIP systems and low voltage electrical systems
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