Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

Tris Pharma, Inc. is a leading privately-owned U.S. biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative medicines in ADHD, spectrum disorders, anxiety, pain and addiction. We license our products in the US and ex-US markets and have a robust pipeline spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories.

Our Facilities-Manufacturing Maintenance Department is growing, and we have openings for Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanics at various levels, requiring various levels of experience, at our Monmouth Junction, NJ facility.

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Title and salary commensurate with experience. (See below)

• Maintenance and Operations support, including maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and upgrade of Facilities and Production equipment to meet customer requirements, deadlines and quality in accordance with SOPs, cGMPs and FDA standards.
• Responsible for all aspects of Facilities and Production equipment maintenance while complying with cGMPs, SOPs and FDA requirements.
• Performs routine and complex work related to troubleshooting, repair and upgrade of manufacturing equipment; responsible for preventive maintenance (PM), repair and continuous improvement of facilities and manufacturing equipment.
• Assists in performing root cause analysis on equipment failures to support investigations.
• Precisely follows work orders and specifications.
• Adheres to all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Higher level Mechanics: trains new employees and mentors lower-level mechanics, as appropriate.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment and resources; maintains compliance with established policies and procedures.

Minimum education and years of relevant work experience

• Mechanic I:
  High school diploma or equivalent AND minimum 3 years experience as a maintenance/mechanic or related specialty in a cGMP regulated environment in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology facilities, consumer products, packaging and/or manufacturing department(s).
• Mechanic II:
  High school diploma or equivalent AND minimum 5 years experience as a maintenance/mechanic or related specialty in a cGMP regulated environment in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology facilities, consumer products, packaging and/or manufacturing department(s).
• Mechanic III:
  High school diploma or equivalent AND minimum 7 years experience as a maintenance/mechanic or related specialty in a cGMP regulated environment in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology facilities, consumer products, packaging and/or manufacturing department(s).

Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates REQUIRED

• Working knowledge of manufacturing procedures and federal regulations pertaining to manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of good manufacturing systems and familiarity with regulatory and manufacturing SOPs and cGMPs.
• Hands-on, working knowledge of Facilities and Production equipment and Production processes.
• Hands-on, working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety and environmental policies, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed team environment with internal and external team members.
• Analytical thinking with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Some college and/or trade school certification in machining, welding and/or metal fabrication.

Manufacturing based position.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Ability to stand for extended periods.

Anticipated salary range: $38/hr – $50/hr pay rate to be offered is contingent on assessment of candidate’s education and experience level relative to requirements of the position and a review of related industry standards and internal equity.

Additional benefits:
In addition to base salary, full-time employees are eligible for incentives, including, but not limited to: bonus eligible, medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance, 401K with match, life insurance, paid Company Holidays, PTO, Paid Volunteer Time and Employee Resource Groups.

Tris Pharma, Inc. offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc. Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.