Legend Biotech · 3 weeks ago
Maintenance Technician Specialist
Raritan, New Jersey, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expLegend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating life-threatening diseases. The Maintenance Technician Specialist will be responsible for maintenance support and mechanical system operations for cGMP Clinical and Commercial Cell Therapy Manufacturing, ensuring safe and compliant manufacturing operations.
BiotechnologyHealth CareLife ScienceOncologyTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Diagnoses, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, all types of HVAC, refrigeration, clean room HVAC, clean steam, cryogenic storage equipment and all types of process equipment and systems
Utilizes knowledge and experience in plumbing, HVAC, Clean room HVAC, refrigeration, pipefitting, and millwright activities associated with the related mechanical systems, utilities, and process equipment
Perform minor upgrades and installations of facilities and systems
Perform on-site equipment maintenance and critical utilities maintenance operations, and compliance. This includes but is not limited to: support to manufacturing equipment projects, cost-improvement initiatives, asset management, reliability, and business operations
Support facility project initiatives as needed
Maintain knowledge of and compliance to all applicable codes and regulations as required. Obtains and keeps current all required licensing and certifications associated with the job
Possesses experience and training in reactive, preventive, and predictive maintenance of all mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration. plumbing/pipefitting areas with journeyman status in at least one
Reads and interprets blueprints, P&IDs, and drawings
Utilize good documentation practices (GDP) for all work performed on the CMMS system work orders. Completes all other work associated with the assignment working cooperatively with others
Demonstrated ability to effectively troubleshoot, plan work and anticipate potential problems and take appropriate actions
Demonstrated ability to remove defective parts by dismantling equipment; using hoists, scissor lift and manlifts, and hand and power tools
Repair of instrumentation, electrical devices, circuits, and switchgear used in cGMP and non GMP systems
Investigate, troubleshoot, and provide repairs to equipment, instruments, instrumentation systems, electrical systems, controls, motors with voltages up to 600 volts
Operate, monitor, and maintain switchgear
Working knowledge of building automation systems, including PLC’s, HMI’s, sensors, and other components
Familiarity working with validated and qualified equipment, and associated documentation required
Familiarity with electrical theory, thermal energy principals, mechanical maintenance techniques, and electromechanical theory
Ensures regulatory and job training remains current by promptly completing required training
Complies with all company and/or site policies and procedures
Support maintenance driven quality events including but not limited to Deviations/Investigations, Out of Tolerances (OOTs), Change Controls, Root Cause Analysis and FMEA’s
Demonstrates willingness to learn new skills as required
Available for other duties as required
Support tracking and achievement of annual maintenance goals and objectives including metric improvement targets. Support continuous improvement activities
Ensure site compliance with all local, state and federal regulations including and equivalent to Federal Drug Administration (FDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) as applicable (TSA) Transportation Security Administration
Ability to work hours from approximately Midnight to 8:30 AM
Ability to work independently and with minimal guidance/oversight
Ability to accommodate changes in the schedule including working in other shifts and providing on call support as per operational needs is required
Qualification
Required
Technical degree, certification or minimum of a High School diploma required with equivalent experience
Trade / Technical School Certification or Certification in Craft required
Military equivalent of Trade / Technical School certification
Minimally 4+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing or regulated environment is required, ideally has cGMP cleanroom manufacturing experience under aseptic conditions
Proficiency in more than one craft
Experience with CMMS or similar maintenance management system is required
Proficiency in English (verbal and written) and strong communication skills
cGMP manufacturing
Maintenance, facilities and utilities
Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
EHS and regulatory standards (e.g. EPA, OSHA and DEA)
HVAC operation, building automation and environmental monitoring systems, process maintenance, instrumentation, automation PLCs, VFDs and electrical practices
Able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment
Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
Continuous improvement
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Transparent, Passionate, Fearless and Accountable
Preferred
Experience in the Pharmaceuticals or related industry is preferred
Experience working in a controlled, cleanroom environment under aseptic conditions is preferred
Experience in HVAC and cleanroom maintenance is preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one
Equity and stock options
Eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment
Paid time off policy that includes 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 5 sick days, 11 U.S. national holidays, and 3 floating holidays
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Legal assistance
Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Commuter benefits
Family planning and care resources
Well-being initiatives
Peer-to-peer recognition programs
Company
Legend Biotech
Legend Biotech is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes novel cell therapies for oncology.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$750.45M2023-05-05Post Ipo Equity· $350M
2022-07-25Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2020-06-05IPO
Leadership Team
Carlos Santos
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Bash
President, CARVYKTI
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