Maintenance Tech II

Kite Pharma; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Stock-based long-term incentives

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision & life保险

Company-sponsored benefits

Job summary

Kite Pharma seeks a Facilities Maintenance professional in Frederick, MD to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of process manufacturing equipment while ensuring GMP compliance and safe operations. The role requires hands-on expertise with HVAC, purified water systems, electrical and control systems, and the ability to document activities in GDP-compliant records.

You will support multi-shift operations, follow SOPs, and respond to emergencies, with opportunities for growth in a

Qualifications

• Requires a GMP facility background with HVAC, electrical, process systems, plumbing and general maintenance.
• Experience maintaining pharma/biotech facilities with strict GMP controls.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under tight timelines.
• Knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Process, Civil, Structural, Environmental disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Performs installation, maintenance, and repairs of process manufacturing equipment.
• Provides general maintenance support including HVAC, boilers, AHUs, purified water systems, air compressors and light electrical installations.
• Proficient with Building Management System (BMS) and controls.
• Monitors EMS/BMS systems to keep facilities and equipment within spec.
• Locates failures, replaces components, and troubleshoots using drawings and manuals.
• Uses hand, power and test tools; coordinates maintenance with supervisor.
• Creates or revises SOPs and maintenance plans.
• Follows GMPs and safety regulations; responds to emergencies by phone.
• Maintains cGMP-compliant records and GDP documentation.
• Works multi-shift as required and may travel for business.
• Has electrical acumen incl. single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics and specs.
• Has mechanical/electrical acumen incl. HVAC, purified water, facilities utilities, P&IDs.
• Observes deviations and coordinates corrective actions with Facilities staff.
• Possesses gowning certification for Grade B and respiratory protection program.”

Skills

35kV switchgear operation

Control automation

PLC experience

EPA Universal CFC Certification

Read blueprints & diagrams

Electrical wiring & relays

Electrical & mechanical acumen

MS Office proficiency

GMP knowledge

Strong work ethic & reliability

Education

High School Diploma + 5 years biotech GMP maintenance

AAS degree + 4 years biotech GMP maintenance

Tools

PLC programming tools

Job description

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we’re not finished yet.

Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs installation, maintenance, and repairs of process manufacturing equipment.
• Provides general maintenance support as designated by supervisor to include any or all the following areas: HVAC equipment such as boilers, air handling units, purified water system, air compressors, product storage; welding, fabricating, construction, and light electrical installations.
• Must exhibit proficiency with the Building Management System and its controls.
• Perform monitoring of all EMS/BMS systems to ensure the facilities, equipment and environmental systems are within specified ranges and operating systems are functioning properly.
• Independently locates and diagnoses failure, replaces defective components and performs basic troubleshooting using standard electronic equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals and verbal and/or written instructions.
• Uses a variety of hand, power and test tools and equipment.
• Coordinates maintenance on critical systems/equipment with supervisor.
• Creates or revises standard operating procedures, and maintenance job plans.
• Complies with all safety regulations and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Is required to respond to emergency notifications via phone.
• Maintain a safe work environment; work in a safe manner following all safety SOP’s and wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate records, always keeping equipment and systems cGMP compliant using Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Performs multi-shift work as required.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Possesses an electrical acumen including understanding electrical single line diagrams, wiring diagrams, controls schematics and equipment specifications.
• Possesses a mechanical and electrical acumen including HVAC, Purified Water system, facilities utilities, P&ID’s, schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Observes deviations from systems specifications and works with Facilities staff to correct or resolve these discrepancies.
• Ability to obtain gowning certification for Grade B environment.
• Ability to obtain certification for respiratory protection program.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to operate Main switchgears up to 35kV or similar.
• Control automation and PLC experience
• EPA Universal CFC Certification
• Ability to read blueprints, control drawings and logic controls
• Ability to install relays and run wiring, conduits, and any light electrical work.
• Ability to use temperature and relative humidity meters, data loggers, electrical volt and amp meters.
• Self-starter with superior analysis and problem solving skills ranging from simple to complex situations.
• Be forward thinking the ability to work with system & technical metrics, identify variances & deficiencies while improving maintenance program and performance.
• Be proficient in MS Office suite
• Demonstrates proficiency in current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Possess good communications skills to explain information and influence others to secure successful implementation of Facilities and Engineering programs and directives as assigned.
• Must have a strong work ethic and demonstrate dependability and timeliness
• Willingness to put internal customer needs first
• Have a high energy level and a positive outlook coupled with the requisite “can do” attitude and a willingness to do what it takes to achieve personal and organizational goals and overcome obstacles

Basic Qualificaitons:

• High School Diploma with at least 5 years of experience of maintenance experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical company with direct experience with GMP facility operation
• AAS degree with at least 4 years of maintenance experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical company with direct experience with GMP facility operation preferred
• Exposure to operations involving engineering disciplines including Electrical, Mechanical, Process, Civil, Structural, Environmental, and Industrial.
• Able to prioritize multiple task/priorities and the ability to work under specific time constraints are required.
• Demonstrated understanding of systems needed to manage a GMP facility such as: HVAC, electrical, process systems, plumbing/piping, general maintenance, pest management, both interior and exterior
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 75 lb. of equipment or supplies
• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, climb, and or reach for 75% of a shift
• Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
• Business travel may be required.

The salary range for this position is: $80,325.00 - $103,950.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system’s ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma.

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