(Sr.) Engineer Technician

NCSL International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off (PTO)

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician to maintain and calibrate GMP and non-GMP equipment at the site.

You will coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to support preventive and corrective maintenance programs while ensuring proper documentation and compliance with GMP standards. The role requires experience in pharmaceutical/biotech facilities, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work across shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years in facilities maintenance in a pharma/biotech environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP, GXP, GAMP and SDLC regulations.
• Experience with CMMS and calibration disciplines in GMP environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and documentation practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication and teamwork.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in confined spaces or at heights.
• Willing to work holidays and varying shift times as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and performs corrective and preventative maintenance and calibrations on GMP and non-GMP equipment.
• Supports troubleshoot, test, repair and optimization of instruments, equipment and control systems.
• Participates in continuous improvement of the site maintenance program.
• Maintains calibration standards and vendor calibration documentation.
• Provides start-up, commissioning, and turnover support for new systems.
• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance on related clean utilities and systems.
• Maintains water rooms and related equipment (WFI, DI water, pumps, piping).
• Maintains site refrigerators and freezers; coordinates with vendors as needed.
• Documents validated equipment and systems; interfaces with departments during repairs.
• Follows cGMPs and communicates changes to management; supports scheduled work events.

Skills

CMMS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About GenScript

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

About ProBio:

ProBio, a subsidiary of GenScript, is a global CDMO offering end-to-end services from discovery to GMP for plasmids, antibodies, and cell & gene therapies. We bring together multidisciplinary expertise to accelerate development and manufacturing through customized, and comprehensive services. ProBio has established companies in the United States, the Netherlands, South Korea, and China (Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Nanjing) and other regions to serve global customers, and has helped customers in the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific and other regions obtain more than 150 IND approvals since October 2017

Position Overview:

The Engineering Technician is responsible for the manufacturing and laboratory equipment at the site. This includes performing activities and overseeing outside vendor activities required to support the Preventative Maintenance and Corrective Maintenance program in accordance with Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP) regulations and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This includes ensuring that these activities are properly documented. Instrument services may be performed in but not limited to GMP, Good Lab Practices (GLP), Non-GMP process and laboratory areas. The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources as appropriate on maintenance and repair-related issues.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains and performs corrective and preventative maintenance and calibrations on GMP and non-GMP equipment.
• Supports other departments to troubleshoot, test, repair and optimize instruments, equipment and control systems.
• Participates in the continuous improvement efforts within the site Maintenance Program.
• Assists in the maintenance and review of calibration standards and vendor calibration documentation.
• Provides support for start-up, commissioning, and turnover of new systems.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on related clean utilities and systems that support Process Manufacturing.
• Maintains water rooms and related equipment. This includes, but may not be limited to, pumps, motors, Deionized Water System, WFI stills, Clean Steam Generators and related piping.
• Maintains all site refrigerators and freezers.
• Troubleshoots and repairs all related clean utility equipment and systems and Water for Injection (WFI) point of use flushing.
• Maintains documents and records on all validated equipment and systems.
• Interfaces with other departments, contractors and disciplines on scheduling repairs and maintenance of clean utility systems.
• Maintains up to date training records.
• Communicates with management regarding change documentation, as necessary.
• Follows current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• Communicates and coordinates with each department and within Facilities Management when planned and unplanned work events occur.
• Perform additional job duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (or GED) with a minimum 5 years of facilities maintenance/operations experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related environment OR the equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced knowledge of Preventive Maintenance and calibration disciplines within a cGMP Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical or related manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP, GXP, Good Automated Manufacturing Practice (GAMP), Software Development Life
• Cycle (SDLC) regulations, knowledge of pharmaceutical, manufacturing and laboratory systems and equipment.
• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in confined spaces, heights, and varying environmental conditions.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and climb ladders for extended periods.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work holidays and varying shift times/hours if required.
• Must be able to respond to site emergencies .
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.
• Refrigeration Technician background a plus but not required.

Pay range is estimated between $85k - $105k based on skill set and experience.

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Benefits:

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.