Plant Utilities Technician

OneWe Reach; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

GSK is hiring a Plant Utilities Technician to maintain and repair steam, clean water, and related utilities within a U.S. manufacturing facility. The role emphasizes strong technical decision-making and adherence to safety and GMP standards.

The candidate should bring experience with regulated environments, basic computer skills, and the ability to operate and upgrade utilities equipment, with on-call duties and physical requirements stated.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments or with high-purity water and clean utilities.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Intranet).
• Ability to troubleshoot and possess general mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair site Utilities systems including boilers, water treatment, steam, and related equipment.
• Complete scheduled maintenance orders and ensure CMMS metrics are met; maintain documentation.
• Troubleshoot pumps, motors, valves, and transfer systems; perform routine checks and data logging.
• Assist with projects, upgrades, and on-call duties; follow GMP and EHS standards.
• Maintain logs, permits, and work orders; ensure safety and training compliance.

Skills

Asset Life Cycle Management

Data Integrity

Digital Fluency

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Manufacturing Technologies

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Risk Awareness

Standards Compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or trade certification

Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Business Introduction:

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; its vital to bring our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Position Summary:

The Plant Utilities Technician is responsible for understanding, maintaining, and repairing steam and high purity water generation equipment/components within the manufacturing facility. It is important for the individual to have a strong technical background that will enable appropriate decision making to ensure the success of the facility and safety of personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, and repair site Utilities systems, including Boilers, Fire Suppression systems, Potable Water distribution systems, Steam & Condensate distribution & return, Oil-Free Process Air systems, Water Softeners, Ozone Generators, Clean Steam Generators, and other Utilities equipment.
• Complete scheduled maintenance orders ensuring adherence to CMMS metrics. Repair and maintain utility piping, quality water generation equipment, boilers, water filtration systems, steam, and compressed air networks. Ensure all systems are maintained in compliance with EHS and GMP standards. Operate, inspect and maintain systems such as boilers, condensate pumping stations, water softeners, compressed oil-free process air, high purity water systems, and fire suppression systems.
• Perform routine checks, take samples, log data and complete required documentation in line with procedures. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, valves, and liquid transfer systems. Perform planned maintenance, small projects and equipment upgrades from installation to commissioning. Monitor systems daily, record data, and ensure cleanliness of all utility areas. Manage and request spare parts, communicate shortages to management. Perform emergency and routine maintenance.
• Maintain equipment, tools, logbooks, PPE, and documentation in a safe, calibrated, and GMP-compliant manner. Report abnormal incidents, near misses, and quality issues promptly to relevant stakeholders. Participate in training programs to enhance skills and maintain up-to-date training. Complete basic repairs, daily assignments and follow directions with minimal supervision. Execute more complex projects and diagnose problems working alongside more senior technicians. Develop utility skills through OJT, by executing assignments with more senior technicians, and by completing training.
• Assure all documentation (logbooks, permits, work orders) is complete and accurate. Stay current with all required GSK site, EHS, Regulatory and Global training. Adhere to safety procedures, safe work practices, and GSK standards. Progression expectation of this role is to have the skillsets necessary to advance to a G10, Tier 3 Plant Utility Technician level within 6-9 months.

Basic Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience working as a mechanical technician in an industrial or regulated manufacturing environment. Experience with quality process and utilities systems. High School diploma or equivalent, such as Trade School graduate, Military, or Vocational-Technical school training.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments or with high-purity water and clean utilities. Must have basic computer skills (Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Intranet, etc.). Ability to troubleshoot and a general mechanical aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree, trade certification, boiler operator, instrumentation, or bachelor's degree with previous experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Work Order Systems (CMMS).
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments or with high-purity water and clean utilities. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Work arrangement:

• This role is on-site at a GSK facility in the United States. The role will include rotating on-call duties and occasional overtime for emergencies, plant projects, or other time-sensitive activities.
• The ability to participate in an on-call schedule and perform physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds and movements include stooping, standing, climbing and lifting of equipment.
• Requires the ability to safely install rigging/lifting devices; the ability to work around loud equipment, working on elevated work surfaces and mobile elevated lift equipment, in confined spaces, and in inclement weather.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and value inclusion and teamwork.

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Skills

Asset Life Cycle Management, Data Integrity, Digital Fluency, GxP Regulations, Lean Management, Manufacturing Technologies, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Problem Solving, Risk Awareness, Standards Compliance

Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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