Sr. Tech, Engineering

* Ability to perform routine maintenance tasks, work with and troubleshoot complex process systems, including but not limited to:
* Utility Equipment (e.g. boilers, chillers, Cooling towers air compressors, waste deactivation systems)
* Clean Utility Equipment (e.g. HVAC, Clean steam generators, Water-For-Injection generation/distribution, reverse osmosis skids, compressed gas systems)
* Automated Systems (e.g. Distributed Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC))
* Clean-In-Place (CIP) Systems
* Maintenance Equipment (e.g. tools and calibration equipment)  Assist with execution of calibration, automation, validation and additional testing, as required Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance from manager. Contributes to the performance and results of the department. Identifies and resolves technical and operational problems; collaborates with peers to resolve problems that cross into inter-related units. Responsible for assisting in the identification, development, and implementation of new systems which enhances the operation and/or engineering processes.

Adapts and implements departmental plans and priorities based on division scorecard to address local business, service and operational challenges.
* Develop and execute engineering change request (ECRs), as necessary.
* The successful candidate should be able to examine an issue from diverse perspectives (safety, compliance, automation, equipment, process, and people) in order to best understand and identify root cause.
* Provide input to investigate deviations, with responsibility to interface with approvers.
* Efficient and safe maintenance and repair of equipment using Hazardous Energy Control Procedures
* Required to wear personal protective equipment including safety glasses, earplugs, gloves, hard hats, safety harnesses, etc.
* Position requires clean room gowning during performance of job duties
* Actively supports safety initiatives, including shop floor audits, lockout/tagout and Hazardous Energy Control Procedure updates
* High School Diploma or equivalent
* 4 years of plant maintenance experience with knowledge of technical craft skills (instrumentation, electrical, plumbing, advanced mechanical, HVAC, and/or multi-stage refrigeration systems).
* Familiarity of regulatory requirements in accordance with GMP manufacturing operations
* Good oral and written communication skills
* Physical requirements – Must be willing and able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, work on platforms and equipment above floor level. Walking, bending, crawling, and stooping is required.
* Proficiency in computer systems and applications including but not limited to:  Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), CMMS Calibration/Maintenance Database Systems
* Effective maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills required
* Available for “On-Call” work rotation (during off-hours) and weekend overtime, as needed.
* Associate Degree in Industrial Systems, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical or Instrumentation
* SAP experience related to plant maintenance and spare parts procurement systems
* cGMP experience in a sterile, bulk or finished pharmaceutical environment
* Experience authoring PM/calibration job plans and management of spare parts
* Installation, operation, maintenance and/or troubleshooting experience with utility and Clean utility equipment such as boilers, chillers, Cooling towers, air compressors, waste deactivation systems, HVAC, clean steam, WFI.
* Ability to read P&'s, electrical drawings, blueprints, etc.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and advance several tasks in parallel
* Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC’s, Siemens Apogee BAS.
* Refrigeration license.
** Los Angeles Residents Only:
** We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
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