Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. · 1 day ago
Maintenance Technician II-3rd Shift
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expIovance Biotherapeutics is a company focused on advanced cell therapy manufacturing, and they are seeking a Maintenance Technician II to ensure the maintenance and repair of critical equipment and systems. The role involves troubleshooting, performing repairs, and ensuring safety and compliance in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical
Responsibilities
Demonstrate a strong understanding of HVAC, mechanical, electrical and process utilities systems, and be able to troubleshoot and repair
Perform repairs/installations/upgrades to building components, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, furniture, flooring and any other general repairs as necessary
Ability to read and interpret engineering and architectural drawings, including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, power plans, panel schedules, mechanical/plumbing piping diagrams, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Responsible for installing/reconfiguring furniture, chairs and associated equipment, and coordinate/assist with personnel moves within the facility
Accountable for the safety of all personnel and equipment within the facility
Monitor and respond to alarms generated from the BMS/QEMS, including on-call
Work with management to develop spare parts plans and ensure adequate inventory is maintained and tracked to support the maintenance and operation of the facility and equipment
Receive, filter and execute work order requests as necessary
Ensure that any equipment repairs or maintenance activities are compliant with any applicable building codes
Maintains records on equipment manufacturers’ technical notices, upgrades and safety issues
Establishes programs and solutions for increasing up-time and for equipment problems that affect the manufacturing process
Work with external vendors for the service and/or repair of equipment
Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment
Investigating problems and diagnosing and repairing faults
Must adhere to Iovance Biotherapeutics’ core values, policies, procedures, and business ethics
Comply with Safety SOPs, SDS sheets, and laboratory procedures per company policy and OSHA regulations
Comply with cGMP procedures and policies
Perform miscellaneous/ other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates Degree / Trade School / Technical Certification (HVAC/R, Electrical, Plumbing) or equivalent experience is required
Requires a minimum of 4 - 6 years of related experience
A Philadelphia Engineer Grade A License is required or ability to obtain within 6 months to 1 year
A strong background in operations and maintenance of chiller/boiler plants, pumps and AHU's is required
A strong background in operations and maintenance of electrical systems, including Emergency Generators, ATS's and Switchgear is required
Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Software (Blue Mountain) is required
Experience using Building Management Systems and Environmental Monitoring Systems (Siemens Desigo or Insight) is required
Excellent oral and written communication skills required
Must have valid driver's license
Preferred
4-6 years of related Facilities and Maintenance experience preferred
Prior experience in cell therapy manufacturing or BioPharma/Life Sciences is highly desirable
Boiler license and/ or knowledge of boiler operations
Company
Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.
Iovance Biotherapeutics (NASDAQ: IOVA) aims to be the global leader in innovating, developing and delivering tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapies for patients with cancer.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.58B2024-02-20Post Ipo Equity· $211M
2023-07-10Post Ipo Equity· $150M
2020-05-27Post Ipo Equity· $603.7M
Leadership Team
Jean-Marc Bellemin
Chief Financial Officer
Cheryl Aranda
Executive Assistant to Chief Medical Officer
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