Maintenance Technician II - Water Systems

PPL Healthcare LLC; Sellersville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Maintenance Technician II – Water Systems to operate, monitor, and maintain site water utility systems supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing. Responsibilities include water treatment, RO/CDI/UV systems, data collection, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma with technical training, 3+ years in regulated water systems, and experience with CMMS and GMP environments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of industrial water treatment systems and utility operations.
• Understanding of water quality parameters (TOC, conductivity, pH, hardness).
• Experience with purified water systems and pumps is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain water systems on site.
• Inspect and maintain RO, CDI, UV and other purification equipment.
• Record operating data and maintenance activities in CMMS.
• Support regulatory reporting and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate with Quality, Facilities, Engineering and Manufacturing as needed.
• Participate in system qualifications and validations.

Skills

Water treatment systems

GMP

CMMS

P&IDs reading

Education

High School Diploma

Technical training/Trade school

Associate degree in related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Technician II - Water Systems

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician II – Water Systems is responsible for the operation, monitoring, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of site water utility systems supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role oversees the complete water treatment process, from raw well water extraction through purification, storage, and distribution of purified water systems. The technician ensures water systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), environmental regulations, and applicable state and federal requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain site well water, pre-treatment, and purified water systems.
• Monitor water treatment equipment including well pumps, multimedia filters, iron removal systems, activated carbon filters, and water softening systems.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of water softening equipment, brine tanks, and associated components.
• Operate and maintain Reverse Osmosis (RO), Capacitive Deionization (CDI), ultraviolet (UV) disinfection systems, and other water purification equipment.
• Monitor purified water storage tanks, distribution loops, flow rates, pressures, temperatures, and system performance to ensure continuous operation.
• Perform sanitization, filter replacement, membrane cleaning, and preventative maintenance activities on water treatment equipment.
• Collect water samples from wellheads, treatment systems, storage tanks, and distribution points for physical, chemical, and microbiological testing.
• Monitor and maintain instrumentation including conductivity meters, TOC analyzers, pH probes, flow meters, and other utility monitoring equipment.
• Record and maintain operational data including water withdrawal volumes, equipment performance metrics, sampling results, and maintenance records.
• Support environmental compliance activities by maintaining required records and assisting with regulatory reporting.
• Ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and company procedures.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document work orders, preventative maintenance activities, and equipment history.
• Investigate equipment issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and maintain system reliability.
• Coordinate with Quality, Facilities, Engineering, EHS, and Manufacturing departments as necessary to support site operations.
• Participate in system qualifications, validations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all site safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical training, trade school certification, or Associate degree in Mechanical, Industrial Maintenance, Utilities, Water Treatment, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating or maintaining industrial utility, water treatment, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, beverage, or similar regulated manufacturing systems.
• Experience with purified water systems, reverse osmosis systems, water softeners, pumps, filters, and related utility equipment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of industrial water treatment systems and utility operations.
• Understanding of water quality parameters including conductivity, Total Organic Carbon (TOC), pH, hardness, chlorine, and microbiological controls.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process-related equipment issues.
• Familiarity with GMP-regulated environments and documentation requirements.
• Experience using CMMS systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing experience.
• Experience with purified water (PW) systems and distribution loops.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance and water system regulations.
• Water Operator Certification or willingness to obtain certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in mechanical spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to respond to off‑shift or emergency utility issues as required.

Work Environment

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing and utility plant environment.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment, chemicals used in water treatment processes, and varying temperatures.
• May require occasional overtime, weekend work, or on‑call support.

Company Overview

Piramal Pharma Solutions Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide. For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

Company Lines

Piramal Pharma Limited, offers a portfolio of differentiated products and services through its 17 global development and manufacturing facilities and a global distribution network in over 100 countries. PPL includes Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization; Piramal Critical Care (PCC), a Complex Hospital Generics business; and the India Consumer Healthcare business, selling over‑the‑counter products. In addition, one of PPL’s associate companies, AbbVie Therapeutics India Private Limited is a JV with AbbVie Inc. and has emerged as one of the market leaders in the ophthalmology therapy area. Further, PPL has a minority investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. In October 2020, PPL received a 20% strategic growth investment from the Carlyle Group.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

PPL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our employment decisions are based on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, social programs, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.