Maintenance Technician II/III (Swing Shift)

KBI Biopharma, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee installation, day-to-day operation, maintenance, and modification of site systems.

The role requires ability to work independently and in teams, with strong problem-solving skills and initiative to handle complex issues. Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems using CMMS; adherence to SOPs and safety practices; and thorough documentation supporting CAPA and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with hands-on maintenance experience.
• AS/AA in Mechanical/Utilities Technology or Journeyman license.
• Experience in manufacturing maintenance and cGMP environment preferred.
• Ability to read instructions, SOPs, and reports; document activities.
• Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office for records.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and utility systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance of architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, process, and utility systems using CMMS.
• Train on and follow applicable SOPs and work plans.
• Adhere to all safe work practices.
• Troubleshoot and repair facilities and systems, including motors, pumps, boilers, chillers, and water systems.
• Provide recommendations and assist with methods to improve maintenance and root-cause investigations.
• Prepare maintenance, quality, and other documents and reports per good documentation practices.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reading comprehension

Mathematical ability

Physical stamina

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

AS/AA Degree in Mechanical/Utilities Technology

Licensed Journeyman

Tools

Blue Mountain CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY General responsibility for the installation, day-to-day 24/7 operation, maintenance, and modification of all KBI Biopharma site systems. This position is also responsible for repairs, troubleshooting, corrective (repair/unplanned/modification) and preventative (planned) maintenance of associated systems and equipment. The technician must be able to work both independently and as a team member. Considerable independent judgment and initiative is required to solve challenging or complex issues. Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and document corrective and preventative maintenance of architectural systems, structural/civil systems, mechanical systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, process equipment and utility equipment utilizing the CMMS.
• Train on and follow applicable standard operating procedures and work plans.
• Adhere to all safe work practices.
• Troubleshoot and repair facilities, equipment, and systems, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic circuits (motors, pumps, compressors, boilers, chillers, and purified and domestic water systems) using manuals, SOPs, specifications, and other workplace aids. 30%
• Provide recommendations and assist with implementation of methods, procedures, and techniques for improving maintenance of existing/new systems as well as assisting with system failure root cause investigations.
• Prepare documents to include maintenance, quality, and other documents/reports as deemed appropriate following good documentation practices potentially inclusive of deviations, corrective actions preventative actions (CAPA), change controls, and SOP revisions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or equivalent, preferably including hands-on or vocational school training, and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a general maintenance mechanic in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, or A.S./A.A. Degree in Mechanical/Utilities Technology, or Licensed Journeyman, with a minimum of five (5) years of work experience. Prior experience with general utility systems, boilers, electrical, HVAC and refrigeration systems. Universal CFC Refrigerant License preferred. Prior experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment preferred.

• Language Ability: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write routine correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees and/or clients. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Physical Demands: Ability to walk up steps, climb ladders, lift small equipment and tools.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CMMS experience (Blue Mountain ideal)
• Equipment Use: Shop equipment, mechanical tools, handheld meters, alignment tools, predictive maintenance tools, computers, diagnostic tools

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

At KBI, we are constantly seeking to improve our team with accomplished individuals who share in our commitment to serve our clients as they seek to advance important medicines to the patients who need them. We offer our employees a challenging, rewarding and fast-paced environment along with the opportunity for career advancement through the development of one’s technical skills. At KBI, employees work in a collaborative, team environment, where sharing knowledge and expertise with one another is strongly encouraged.