Maintenance Technician II/III (Swing Shift)

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

Job summary

KBI Biopharma, Inc. in Durham, NC, seeks a seasoned maintenance technician responsible for installation, operation, and ongoing maintenance of site systems. The role covers repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and utility systems.

Independent work and teamwork, with strong problem-solving and documentation skills, are required. Responsibilities include following SOPs, ensuring safe work practices, and supporting deviation investigations and CAPA as

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and utility systems.
• Experience with CMMS and documentation practices.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or pharma environments preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and reading technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and utility systems using CMMS.
• Train on and follow applicable SOPs and work plans.
• Adhere to safe work practices and document maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot and repair facilities, equipment, and systems including motors, pumps, boilers, chillers, and water systems.
• Support system improvements, root-cause investigations, CAPA and change controls where applicable.

Skills

Language ability

Reasoning ability

Math ability

Physical demands

Computer skills

Equipment use

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

AS/AA Degree in Mechanical/Utilities Technology

Licensed Journeyman

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

CMMS (Blue Mountain)

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 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.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.