Maintenance Technician II

JOB SUMMARY

The Facilities Engineering Department is responsible for all aspects of maintaining the site infrastructure in an active reliable state to support cGMP operations. Facilities Engineering oversees the architectural features of the buildings, Structural/Civil, Biotech process and laboratory equipment and systems, HVAC, Plant and Clean Utility Systems, Electrical Power and Lighting, and Automation for the cGMP facility

As an essential employee, facilities technician II, is responsible for the installation, 24/7, day-to-day operation, maintenance, and modification of all KBI Biopharma site systems. This position is also responsible for making or assisting in repairs, troubleshooting, corrective (repair/unplanned/modification) and preventative (planned) maintenance of associated systems and equipment. During day-to-day activities, identify issues with equipment, building utilities, interior/exterior issues requiring repair, create work orders and implement repairs.

The technician must be able to work both independently and as a team member. Independent judgment and initiative are required to solve challenging or complex issues and to seek out assistance when necessary. Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

This position is for a 2-2-3, twelve-hour shift schedule and may require limited "On Call" on a as needed basis.

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance of architectural systems, structural/civil systems, mechanical systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, process equipment and utility equipment training on and following approved procedures where applicable.
• Troubleshoot and repair facilities, equipment, and systems, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic circuits (motors, pumps, compressors, boiler, chillers, and purified and domestic water systems) using manuals, SOPs, specifications, safety procedures, LOTO and other workplace aids.
• Provide recommendations and assist with the implementation of methods, procedures, and techniques for improving maintenance of existing/new systems as well as assisting with system failure root cause investigations.
• Assist to prepare documents to include maintenance, quality, and other documents/reports as deemed appropriate following good documentation practices potentially inclusive of deviations, corrective actions preventative actions (CAPA), change controls, and SOP revisions.

• High School diploma or equivalent, including some hands-on or vocational school training. 2 to 5 years’ experience general maintenance mechanic in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, or A.S. / A.A. degree in Mechanical/Utilities technology preferred.
• Experience or certification with general utility systems, boilers, electrical, HVAC, and refrigeration systems preferred. Universal CFC Refrigeration License preferred. Prior experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write routine correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees and/or clients. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to seek assistance with understanding the aforementioned items.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, to work on equipment and facility systems.
• Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs.

• Word, Excel, and E-mail
• CMMS experience or BMRAM preferred
• SAP experience preferred

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.