Equipment Technician

Orano Projects Limited; Plano, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Training and Development opportunities

Job summary

Orano Med is seeking an Equipment Technician to support GMP manufacturing, GLP toxicity studies, and QC testing operations. You will perform installation qualification, maintenance, calibration, and project management of equipment and instrumentation.

The role requires hands-on calibration, qualification, and repairs, plus developing documentation and SOPs. Collaborative cross-functional work and adherence to data integrity and cGMPs are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience with analytical instruments such as balances, pipets, IR, UV, HPLC, MS and CE.
• Ability to work independently in a team, adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organized documentation.
• Solid understanding of cGMPs, documentation, and data integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily calibration check of production and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain equipment and water systems per written procedures.
• Use a wide range of tools for repairs and maintenance of equipment.
• Schedule and accompany onsite calibration, qualification and repair.
• Create SOPs, qualification protocols, and reports for new equipment.

Skills

Analytical instruments experience

Independent / team-based

Analytical & organizational skills

Communication skills

cGMP / data integrity

Multi-project prioritization

Education

High Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in science related field

Job description

Orano Med has developed new processes for producing high-purity lead-212, a rare radioactive isotope. Lead-212 is currently at the heart of promising research projects in nuclear medicine to develop new treatments against cancer. The innovative approach, known as targeted alpha therapy (TAT), recognizes and destroys cancer cells while limiting the impact on nearby healthy cells.

The Equipment Technician will perform installation qualification, maintenance, repair, and project management of equipment and instrumentation in support of GMP manufacturing, GLP toxicity studies and QC testing operations. Support daily operations by performing periodic & daily calibration of equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily calibration check of all production & laboratory equipment.
• Maintain equipment and water systems in accordance with written procedures.
• Utilize a wide variety of tools in performing repairs and maintenance of equipment.
• Schedule and accompany onsite calibration, qualification, and repair of equipment.
• Perform internal calibration, qualification, and repairs.
• Send equipment for calibration or repair, as needed.
• Research/order new equipment and parts for repair of existing equipment.
• Execute Installation, Operation, and Performance Qualification protocols.
• Oversee facilities, utilities and equipment quality system elements.
• Utilize a wide variety of tools in performing repairs and maintenance of equipment.
• Create SOPs, qualification protocols, reports and other relevant documentation for new equipment.
• Develop and conduct training on the safe operation of equipment.
• Work with cross functional teams during the equipment review process as a subject matter expert.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position.

Minimum Qualifications

• High Diploma/GED, Bachelor’s degree in science related field

Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience with a variety of analytical instruments, such as balances, pipets, IR, UV, HPLC, MS and CE.
• Must be able to work independently in a team-based setting and function in a rapidly changing environment while balancing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Must have excellent analytical & organization skills along with strong written & verbal communication skills.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of cGMPs, proper documentation, and data integrity.
• Able to easily switch between multiple ongoing projects, adjusting priorities based on business needs.

Differentiating Qualification(s)

Specific lab experience

• Competitive compensation
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance - with generous employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
• Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• Numerous Training and Development opportunities
• and more…

Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.

Orano’s activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.

In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.