GxP Automation Technician

Cushman Wakefield Multifamily; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a GxP Lead Automation Technician to oversee the operation and maintenance of critical building systems. This role involves ensuring that all automation systems function according to design, leading a team of facilities operations personnel, and collaborating with various departments to meet operational goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in electrical and mechanical maintenance, along with a commitment to safety and compliance with GxP regulations. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with electrical, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing maintenance.
• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain BMS and EMS systems ensuring compliance with design.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for project execution and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

HVAC Systems

Mechanical Equipment Maintenance

Plumbing

BMS Operation

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Hands-on experience in maintenance

Knowledge of GxP regulations

Tools

BMS Metasys

CMMS

P&IDs

Job description

Job Title: GxP Lead Automation Technician
Job Description Summary: The GxP Lead Automation Technician is responsible for operating and maintaining the BMS and EMS, Veriteq system. The GxP Automation Lead will be responsible for ensuring the BMS and EMS are being monitored and systems are working per design and procedurally.
Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for completing work requests, maintenance projects, and operational assignments with minimal supervision.
2. Responsible for completing and/or reviewing work requests, maintenance projects, and operational assignments with minimal supervision, escalating when appropriate and necessary.
3. Be proficient in the operation of the automation systems (EMS, BMS, and standalone PLCs), and understand the sequences required for proper building/equipment/system operation.
4. Understand the sequence of operations when starting/stopping building systems.
5. Effectively work with cross departmental stakeholders to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
6. Responsible for the training, wellbeing, and operational proficiency of the facilities operations team.
7. Oversee the planning and execution of critical site projects, coordinate with subcontractor PMs ensuring compliance with safety, scope, schedule, and budget.
8. Sit down with team members weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annually to ensure that their goals and concerns are addressed.
9. Coordinate with the reliability engineering department to ensure that appropriate preventive and predictive maintenance is planned for all utilities and equipment to include the facility envelope.
10. Coordinate with Planning and Scheduling to ensure that facilities operations personnel are efficiently tasked to execute work and maintain the site schedule.
11. Coordinate and assist the facilities engineering team on eCRs and SOP-0666a forms.
12. Follow and understand SOPs & WIs when executing work onsite safely.
13. Be proficient in the operation of the automation systems (BMS Metasys), and understand the sequences required for proper building operations.
14. Responsible for system monitoring and alarm responses.
15. Apply GEP (Good Engineering Practice) to troubleshoot facility, equipment or system issues.
16. On-call responsibilities will be required on a rotating basis to cover for any off-hour emergencies.
17. Maintain proper housekeeping practices, safe and clean work environment.
18. Comply with OSHA Safety Policies, regulations, and site procedures.
19. Ensure 100% compliance with assigned training curriculum.
20. Provide leadership on routine and non-routine maintenance activities.
21. Execute root-cause analysis and make recommendations.
22. Adhere to GMP - ensures that work order logs and documentation is completed with accurate information following GMP.
23. Build and sustain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Manufacturing, Quality.
24. Working knowledge of power and hand tools.
25. Ability to read system and engineering drawings (P&IDs).

IDEAL CANDIDATES:

1. Demonstrate planning and organizational skills.
2. Ability to lead by influence.
3. Foster change and innovation - Seeks solutions that strengthen quality, value, service and effectiveness.
4. Demonstrate business acumen and business agility - Demonstrates functional/technical proficiency.
5. Accountable for Results - Translates goals/objectives into actionable plans and results.
6. Able to work on multiple projects and manage various priorities and timelines.
7. Demonstrates proficiency in the following competencies:
1. Responsive to change - Adapts (quickly) to changing circumstances.
2. Model collaboration and commitment - Focuses on team success before individual success.
3. Demonstrates operational excellence - Continually looks for new and better ways to get things done and shows functional/technical proficiency in work.
4. Demonstrates effective self-management - Seeks to understand and act upon improvement opportunities.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Hands-on experience with electrical, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment maintenance, and operations.
2. Experience with operating BMS and CMMS.
3. Knowledge of Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Equipment, general GxP, and other applicable regulations including OSHA.
4. Experience with Job Hazard Analysis and Lock out Tag out.
5. Physical abilities include but not limited to, lifting objects up to 50lbs, able to be on feet all day, climb steps and ladders as required by job.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
2. Strong interpersonal skills including the demonstrated ability to manage through influence.
3. Knowledge of facility related engineering disciplines (MEP) in GMP manufacturing environment.
4. Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast-paced, highly matrixed work environment.
5. A desire to be part of a highly innovative company aimed at transforming the lives of people with serious diseases, their families and society.

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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