Maintenance Tech I/II

Legend Biotech US; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement

Job summary

Legend Biotech US seeks a Maintenance Tech I/II (2nd Shift) to support cGMP cell therapy manufacturing in our Raritan, NJ facility. You will troubleshoot and maintain HVAC, clean room systems, cryogenic storage, and other process equipment, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role partners with Technical Operations, requires multi-craft proficiency, and involves equipment validation readiness, documentation in GDP practices, and on-call flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master in a biology/biochemical/biomedical engineering field, or high school with equivalent experience.
• Trade/Technical School certification or equivalent.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or regulated environments (8+ years).
• Experience in cGMP cleanroom environments is preferred.
• Proficiency in English and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC, clean room HVAC, refrigeration, and process equipment.
• Read blueprints and P&IDs; interpret drawings and specs.
• Perform on-site maintenance, upgrades, and installations.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, EPA, OSHA, and company SOPs.
• Support quality events and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

HVAC systems

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

P&IDs

Electrical systems

CMMS

Quality/compliance

Documentation (GDP)

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc. in Biological/Biochemical Science/Bioengineering related field

Tools

CMMS

PLC/HMI

Job description

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and, one day, curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, we are advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies, including autologous, allogeneic, and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Our research spans chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T), T-cell receptor (TCR-T), natural killer (NK) cell-based therapies, and other emerging platforms designed to transform the treatment of serious diseases. From our global network of research and development sites, we are committed to discovering and developing safe, effective, and cutting-edge therapies for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel). Through this strategic partnership, we combine complementary expertise and capabilities to advance innovative immunotherapies for patients living with multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking a Maintenance Tech I/II (2nd Shift) as part of the Facilities and Engineering team based in Raritan, NJ.

Role Overview

This position is responsible for maintenance support and mechanical system operations for cGMP Clinical and Commercial Cell Therapy Manufacturing on a modified second shift (approximately noon–8:30pm). The individual will partner with various Technical Operations functions to support safe, compliant, personalized cell therapy production per cGMP requirements, and will support the organization’s build and ramp‑up of clinical production and facility approval of a state‑of‑the‑art cell therapy facility for commercial launch and sustained production. The role requires technical expertise and troubleshooting ability to drive effective, robust production, testing, and release of product to patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all types of HVAC, clean room HVAC, refrigeration, clean steam, cryogenic storage, and process equipment and systems, applying reactive, preventive, and predictive maintenance and knowledge of plumbing, pipefitting, and millwright activities across related mechanical systems and utilities, with journeyman status in at least one craft.
• Perform minor upgrades and installations of facilities and systems.
• Perform on‑site equipment and critical utilities maintenance operations and compliance, including but 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 comply with all applicable codes, regulations, and company and/or site policies and procedures.
• Obtain and keep current all required licensing, certifications, and regulatory/job training by promptly completing required training.
• Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and drawings.
• Utilize good documentation practices (GDP) for all work performed on the CMMS system work orders.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively troubleshoot, plan work, 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 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, and motors with voltages up to 600 volts.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain switchgear.
• Working knowledge of building automation and environmental monitoring systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and other components, and familiarity with electrical theory, thermal energy principals, mechanical maintenance techniques, and electromechanical theory.
• Familiarity working with validated and qualified equipment and associated documentation required.
• Support maintenance driven quality events including but not limited to Deviations/Investigations, Out of Tolerances (OOTs), Change Controls, Root Cause Analysis and FMEA’s.
• Support tracking and achievement of annual maintenance goals and objectives including metric improvement targets, and 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), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as applicable.
• Ability to work independently 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.
• Ability to interact with all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn new skills, works cooperatively with others, and is available for other duties as required.

Requirements

• B.Sc./M.Sc. in Biological/Biochemical Science/Bioengineering related field 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 8+ 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 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.
• Experience with CMMS or similar maintenance management system is required.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written) and strong communication skills.
• Able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced, dynamic, and growing environment, with strong analytical, problem solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills.

The base pay range below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in accordance with applicable laws.

Other Types of Pay: Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles.

Benefits and Paid Time Off: Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional voluntary benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide voluntary commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

Pay Range (Base Pay):

$83,711 - $109,870 USD

Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful workforce and ensuring compliance with federal employment regulations, we participate in the E-Verify program. If you are selected for employment, you will be required to complete the Form I-9 process, and your employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify in accordance with applicable federal law. We are committed to providing a fair, transparent, and welcoming hiring experience for all candidates.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.

Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.

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