Sr. Maintenance Mechanic – Refrigeration

BioSpace; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Los Angeles is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on essential refrigeration and HVAC systems. The ideal candidate will possess experience in a commercial industrial refrigeration environment and hold relevant certifications. This role requires effective communication skills, attention to safety regulations, and the ability to work in varied environments. Competitive pay rate of $40.00 - $45.00/hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related work experience or AA degree and 2+ years related work experience.
• US EPA Universal certificate required.
• Must be proficient in written and oral English.

Responsibilities

• Perform breakdown and preventive maintenance of critical plant equipment.
• Repair refrigeration systems and equipment components.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of refrigeration systems

Gas welding

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Computer skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman skilled craft training/apprenticeship

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Technical measuring devices

Job description

Overview

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Job Description

About the role: Under limited supervision, perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, repairs, overhauls, trouble shooting and upkeep of the LA Plant & Van Nuys sites. Including but not limited to Manufacturing and Facilities equipment with the emphasis on Refrigeration equipment low and medium temp, Chillers (screw, centrifugal, reciprocating), HVAC systems, Dehumidifiers and BAS (building automation systems). Positional responsibilities include gas welding, operating diagnostic equipment and instrumentation, use of technical measuring devises, read and interpret electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic control systems schematics / blueprints.

What You Bring To Takeda

• Required: High school diploma or GED. 4+ years of related work experience or AA degree or higher and 2+ years related work experience
• Desired: Journeyman skilled craft training/apprenticeship certificate or commensurate combination of technical education and experience
• Maintenance or projects experience journeyman level in pharmaceuticals or commercial industrial refrigeration manufacturing environment
• Proven successful interpersonal and customer service skills required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with internal customers.
• US EPA Universal certificate required
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems, Environmental Chambers(Walking Freezers), Chillers, HVAC, electrical, Dehumidification, pumps and steam heat
• Basic computer skills such as e-mail and internet are required.
• Experience with using computerized control systems is preferred.
• Must be proficient in written and oral English.

Responsibilities

• Performs breakdown and preventive maintenance of critical plant equipment on a regular basis to include, but not limited to, process chillers, HVAC systems, air handlers, central chillers, pumps, industrial control systems as responsibilities assigned to Refrigeration in both cGMP and non-cGMP areas
• Responsible for repairing refrigeration systems, low, medium and normal temperature, cold storage equipment, building automation system components, mechanical and electrical equipment as assigned.
• Must be familiar with plant and divisional SOP’s as related to positional and department responsibilities.
• Maintain refrigerant records in compliance with US EPA and SCAQMD mandated refrigeration record keeping
• Will provide troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair of refrigeration systems and equipment components related to positional responsibilities which include but not limited to: HVAC, Chillers, electrical controls, compressors, pumps, piping, plumbing, blowers, dehumidifiers and facility equipment.
• Perform Disposal of Hazardous Waste
• Respond to urgent and emergency work orders for the Refrigeration department as needed.
• Responsible for closing assigned work orders in JDE System.
• Responsible for the completion of Change Control documentation (PRs) if required by the assigned work order.
• Shall be trained and qualified on designated facility SOPs governing the operation of critical systems, Refrigeration, HVAC, Electrical, utilities and local GMP practices.
• Requires familiarity with generally accepted building, plumbing, piping, electrical, and fire protection practices and codes.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, NEC, UBS, UMC and UPC in compliance with L.A. City, CA state and federal EPA regulation and laws.
• Must follow safety rules and responsible system repairs, upkeep, maintenance and operations managed within regulating agencies to include, but not limited to, L.A. City Building & Safety, SCAQMD, L.A. City Bureau of Sanitation, CAL OSHA and OSHA.
• Attends required training and meetings.
• Keeps designated area 5S’d. (Safety, Sort, Shine, Standardize, Sustain)

Important Considerations

• At Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver quality products. In this role, you may:
  • Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body. This may include additional hearing protection for loud areas.
  • Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
  • Work in a cold, wet environment.
  • Work multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours, as necessary.
  • Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.
  • Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to climb ladders and move about in close quarters, facility non-manufacturing support.
  • In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.
  • Must be able to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body.
  • No make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment.
  • Will work in a cold, wet, hot and humid environments both inside and outside of facility
  • Will be working in loud areas that requires hearing protection and other protective equipment to be worn.
  • Will work around chemicals including but not limited to: refrigerants, oils, alcohol, acid that may require respiratory protection.
  • Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends.
  • Must be able to work overtime as required.
  • May be required to work in a confined area.
  • Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.

Pay and About Us

Pay rate will be $40.00 - $45.00/hour dependent on experience.

More About Us: At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations: USA - CA - Los Angeles
Worker Type: Employee
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Job Exempt: No