Lead Technician, Facilities

ElevateBio is a technology-driven company powering the industry forward by helping partners realize the potential of their therapies from design to commercialization. We have integrated a differentiated set of technologies, end-to-end services, and industry-leading manufacturing expertise to develop advanced therapies faster and more efficiently.

The Role:

ElevateBio is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician. The successful candidate will be detailed oriented, organized, and have a strong desire to learn. Key responsibilities will be performing or overseeing vendor performed maintenance/calibrations on GMP Utility systems, process equipment and clean room infrastructure in a highly regulated cGMP environment. The candidate must be willing to support on-call rotation and support additional shift coverage as needed including annual shutdown support.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Utilizes CMMS to manage the completion of all maintenance assignments.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements to include detailed documentation of work performed in both electronic and written form.
• Reports any maintenance failure or issues immediately to management.
• Evaluates equipment performance and makes recommendations to maintenance performance or system design.
• Seeks to continuously improve maintenance practices.
• Interpret P&IDs, equipment/system layouts, wiring diagrams, and specifications to plan and perform maintenance and repair activities.
• Provides support during annual shutdowns.
• Routine performance of preventative maintenance on process support systems and equipment including but not limited to: Pumps, Valves, Autoclaves, Centrifuges, Reactors, BSC''s, Isolators, WFI Generation/Distribution, Clean Steam, compressed gases, HVAC equipment
• Conducts rounds of GMP and non-GMP equipment and systems.
• Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or doing other preventive maintenance actions.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
• Repair machines, equipment, or structures, using tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electronic testing devices.
• Maintain or repair specialized equipment or machinery located in cafeterias, laundries, hospitals, stores, offices, or factories.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment.
• Maintains all spaces clean and orderly.
• Coordinating and escorting contractors and vendors for the performance of preventative maintenance and repairs on process support systems.
• Supports quality systems for CAPA, Deviations and Change Management. Dismantle machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, or power tools.
• Support Annual Shutdown, On-Call rotation and shift coverage.
• Commitment to perform all work in a safe manner. The ability and desire to excel in a fast paced, inclusive team environment which prides itself on providing the highest level of service to our internal customers. Desire to interact in a professional, helpful manner with staff at all levels within the organization on a regular basis.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff on equipment operation, maintenance procedures and safety protocols.

Requirements:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Trade school or undergraduate education is preferred
• Professionally Licensed in any of the following areas desirable: Wastewater Treatment, Plumbing, Electrical, Refrigeration.
• 5 + years of applicable experience in a GMP environment is preferred
• Ability to multitask and always maintain professionalism
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Experience working with Blue Mountain RAM or other CMMS programs preferred
• Experience with DeltaV PCS System or other control system is a plus
• Ability to read, understand, and follow SOP, P&ID''s and work instructions.
• Strong communication skills in both oral and written reports
• Experience in Quality Systems with Deviations, CAPAs, and Change Controls

The budgeted range for this position is $50/hour - $69/hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected hourly range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.

ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.