Maintenance and Calibration Technician

Bionova Scientific LLC; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Kasei North America is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform and support preventive maintenance, calibration, and inspection of laboratory and manufacturing equipment in a GMP environment. The role requires coordinating with vendors, maintaining CMMS records, and ensuring audit readiness, with a focus on safety and compliance across utilities, HVAC, electrical, and facility systems.

Experience with P&IDs and technical drawings is preferred, along with strong

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, military technical training, trade school education, or equivalent experience in a scientific, technical, engineering, maintenance, or related discipline.
• 1-4 years of experience supporting facility operations, maintenance, calibration, manufacturing equipment, laboratory equipment, or related technical systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience executing maintenance and calibration activities and using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), reading equipment drawings (e.g. P&IDs, wiring diagrams), and working from technical specifications.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems used in laboratory, manufacturing, and facility equipment.
• Ability to independently prioritize work and manage multiple assignments.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accurate maintenance, calibration, and GMP documentation.
• Experience using Microsoft Office or similar software and completing technical documentation.
• Experience using building automation systems, facility management software, or other computerized monitoring systems.
• Experience coordinating with external service providers and reviewing maintenance and calibration documentation.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools such as Microsoft Copilot to support maintenance troubleshooting, technical documentation, and problem solving.
• Preferred: Experience within the biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industry.
• Working knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform and support repairs, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and inspection of laboratory and manufacturing equipment and process instrumentation.
• Coordinate calibration of GMP and non-GMP instrumentation, including but not limited to temperature, pressure, humidity, flow, level, mass, pH, and conductivity devices.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Calibration experience

CMMS proficiency

Reading P&IDs

Electrical knowledge

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma

Tools

CMMS software

P&IDs drawings

Building automation systems

Job description

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.

Bionova is a rapidly growing, biologics CDMO focused on developing and manufacturing recombinant protein products using mammalian cell culture processes. Our business success is built on bringing together top scientific talent, arming them with the best available tools, and setting them loose in an agile, energized culture focused on solving difficult client problems. Because our success depends on our ability to exceed our clients’ expectations, we look for candidates with an innate desire to serve. Adaptability and an interest in transformative action are also common attributes among our team. Bionova became a subsidiary of Asahi Kasei Medical in May 2022, a division of Tokyo-based Asahi Kasei Group. This acquisition has enabled Bionova to greatly accelerate growth of the business, both in capacity of current service offerings and expansion into new service offerings.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform and support basic repairs, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and inspection of laboratory and manufacturing equipment and process instrumentation.
• Perform and/or coordinate calibration of GMP and non-GMP instrumentation, including but not limited to the following parameters: temperature, pressure, humidity, flow, level, mass, pH, and conductivity devices.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot critical utilities and building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, gases, fire protection, and general facility infrastructure.
• Coordinate with external vendors for maintenance, calibration, and repairs beyond internal capabilities, including obtaining quotes and processing POs for service, scheduling on-site visits, shipping equipment off-site, and reviewing vendor documentation for completeness and GMP compliance.
• Document all maintenance- and calibration-related tasks in the CMMS, ensuring timely completion and audit readiness.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, QA, Lab Operations, and Engineering teams to meet business needs and equipment readiness timelines.
• Support triage of on-demand Facilities and Engineering Work Requests and creation of Work Orders as necessary.
• Actively participate in development and continuous improvement of Maintenance and Calibration infrastructure by developing Work Plans, Measurement Data Sheets and spare parts and inventory lists, and submitting change requests to maintain the accuracy of asset information in the CMMS.
• Complete and review GMP-compliant records including work orders, calibration reverse traceability reports, and maintenance documentation.
• Support root cause analyses, investigations, change control actions, work instruction revisions, and CAPAs as required.
• Monitor, respond to, troubleshoot, and appropriately escalated equipment, utility, laboratory, and facility alarms and abnormal conditions to maintain system reliability and operational readiness.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings including P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and schematics. Redline and communicate gaps as necessary.
• Maintain safe working conditions by following OSHA and internal safety procedures and wearing appropriate PPE.
• Participate in after-hours support, site shutdowns, and emergency maintenance as required.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, military technical training, trade school education, or equivalent experience in a scientific, technical, engineering, maintenance, or related discipline.
• 1-4 years of experience supporting facility operations, maintenance, calibration, manufacturing equipment, laboratory equipment, or related technical systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience executing maintenance and calibration activities and using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), reading equipment drawings (e.g. P&IDs, wiring diagrams), and working from technical specifications.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems used in laboratory, manufacturing, and facility equipment.
• Ability to independently prioritize work and manage multiple assignments.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accurate maintenance, calibration, and GMP documentation.
• Experience using Microsoft Office or similar software and completing technical documentation.
• Experience using building automation systems, facility management software, or other computerized monitoring systems.
• Experience coordinating with external service providers and reviewing maintenance and calibration documentation.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools such as Microsoft Copilot to support maintenance troubleshooting, technical documentation, and problem solving.
• Preferred: Experience within the biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industry.
• Working knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and regulatory compliance requirements.

Working Conditions

This position is required to work in a GMP manufacturing facility, development laboratories, and office environment. The role requires walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing of ladders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds independently.

The base compensation range for this role is $38-$50. Base Compensation is influenced by many factors including, but not limited to: time in the role, previous experience, skills, knowledge, performance, work requirements, internal equity, and business / economic conditions.

As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.

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Asahi Kasei in North America emphasizes recruiting key talent within the region. Across our multiple business units, we focus on growth, innovation, and initiative to help develop our people and give them the resources they need to succeed. Part of our mission is to be a good corporate citizen, dedicating our time to employees, customers, and communities around us. As an employer, Asahi Kasei offers a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities throughout our companies, and a diverse environment to enhance your career.

The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the company contributes to a sustainable society by providing solutions to the world's challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care. In North America, Asahi Kasei currently has over 23 business units and 10,000 employees. Our People Asahi Kasei recognizes that our people are our greatest strength. We operate with an emphasis on developing our employees and promoting from within. Our broad spectrum of companies within the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors allows employees to collaborate across locations and industries. The possibilities for employees will continue to grow as we accelerate new business activity internally and externally through mergers and acquisitions.