Senior Technician I (Utility)

Sanofi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Technician I (Utility) to manage the operation and maintenance of utility systems. This role requires significant experience in pharmaceutical systems and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders. The successful candidate will be integral to the company's Modulus Project, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to industry standards. Join Sanofi to contribute to health innovation while advancing your career in a dynamic workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in operation and maintenance of F&U systems & pharmaceutical manufacturing plants.
• Experience with Boiler operation and certification is advantageous.
• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience in Utility and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation and maintenance of site systems, including Facility and Utility equipment.
• Plan, schedule, and execute preventive maintenance with stakeholders to minimize production impact.
• Lead scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance skills

Electrical networking principles

Good communication and influencing skills

Leadership of contingent staff, vendors, and contractors

Ability to interpret electrical symbols and schematic diagrams

Education

Related Diploma or Advanced Diploma from an accredited technical institution

Job description

Senior Technician I (Utility)

Apply locations

City of Singapore | Full time | Posted 2 Days Ago | End Date: June 25, 2025 (26 days left to apply) | Job Requisition ID: R2802571

Purpose:

Vaccines M&S is preparing its future through an ambitious program named Modulus. The Modulus Project is a cornerstone of Sanofi's strategy, aiming to create a new manufacturing concept with evolutive, multi-product, modular, adaptable, and agile facilities, leveraging disruptive technologies to address vaccine business challenges.

As a Senior Technician I (Utility), you will oversee the operation and maintenance of site systems, including Facility and Utility equipment/systems. You will establish end-to-end operation and maintenance solutions for F&U equipment, aligning with Industry and Digital 4.0 initiatives.

This role requires high interaction and collaboration with vendors, automation solution providers, consultants, and external skid vendors.

The Senior Technician I (Utility) reports to the Utility Manager.

Key accountabilities / Education and Experience

1. Education Required

• Related Diploma or Advanced Diploma from an accredited technical institution.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in operation and maintenance of F&U systems & pharmaceutical manufacturing plants.
• Experience with Boiler operation and certification is advantageous.

2. Experience Required

• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience in Utility and HVAC systems in pharmaceutical or vaccine manufacturing.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements and audit participation (e.g., FDA, EMA, HSA).
• Basic report writing skills.
• Support in maintenance budget estimation.
• Perform basic calibrations (temperature and pressure) for F&U equipment.
• Plan, schedule, and execute preventive maintenance with stakeholders to minimize production impact.
• Lead scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Manage spare parts requirements.
• Strict adherence to GMP and GDP SOPs, reporting discrepancies promptly.
• Willingness to work overtime and rotating shifts.
• Follow SOPs and work orders in CMMS, review, and close work orders regularly.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors/vendors for maintenance activities.

3. Skills Required

• Interpret electrical symbols and schematic diagrams.
• Analyze power supply voltages.
• Mechanical maintenance skills.
• Electrical networking principles.
• Knowledge of CGMPs.
• Good communication and influencing skills.
• Technical report writing.
• Leadership of contingent staff, vendors, and contractors.
• Team player with a willingness to learn and adapt.

4. Key Stakeholders

• Automation, EHS, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Digital.
• Global Engineering Technical Services.
• EPCM providers, vendors, contractors.
• Automation solution providers.

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