MSAT II, Accelerator

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The MSAT II, Accelerator Support is responsible for supporting and executing routine maintenance and repair activities for our particle (electron) accelerators and their supporting systems/equipment. This position will also support the commissioning and installation of accelerators and supporting systems/equipment, as well as the development of procedures for associated maintenance and troubleshooting.

This role will provide on-the-floor and standby (on-call) technical support to manufacturing as required.

• Effectively communicate safety and quality issues raised by customers or staff in a timely manner.
• Support the execution of maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs, and upgrade project work for accelerators and associated support systems. Support the management of spare parts for the accelerators and associated support systems.
• Develop and author preventative maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for accelerator and supporting systems/equipment. Ensure procedures and work instructions comply with all appropriate safety regulations.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments to effectively transfer and maintain processes in the facility.
• Support the evaluation of existing manufacturing processes and maintenance strategies and identify areas for improvement in efficiency, productivity, process capability, risk, and cost reduction.
• Monitor, trend, analyze, and track performance data of the accelerators and associated support systems. Report and document interventions and actions undertaken with the required level of details and accuracy.
• Support the development of and provide technical service training for Accelerator Operators and other support personnel.
• Support the investigation of risk assessments, gap analysis, deviations, change controls, and CAPAs including determination of product or process impact, root-cause analysis, and corrective action identification.

After 3 months you will:

• Achieve Accelerator System Qualification
• Complete all required site, radiation safety, GMP, quality, and equipment training.
• Demonstrate understanding of accelerator theory of operation and supporting systems (vacuum, cooling water, RF, high voltage, pneumatic systems).
• Successfully qualify for independent access to accelerator support activities under supervision.
• Become Proficient in Routine Maintenance Activities
• Participate in and execute scheduled preventative maintenance tasks on at least one accelerator system.
• Demonstrate proper use of diagnostic equipment such as DVMs, oscilloscopes, and leak-detection equipment.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately and on time.
• Develop Troubleshooting Competency
• Support…