Sr. Maintenance Technician

BioSpace; Social Circle (GA); On-site; USD 32,456 - 50,998; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Maintenance and Utilities Technician to manage maintenance of critical plant equipment in Social Circle, Georgia. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience, and experience in automation controls. This role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Competitive hourly wage with additional benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Requires 4+ years of experience in relevant industrial maintenance.
• Class 3 Industrial Wastewater Certification required.
• Experience with complex production equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair building systems and equipment.
• Comply with safety rules and EPA regulations.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Automation/controls experience

Building codes familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical certificate

Tools

DeltaV

Honeywell

Job description

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About the role

The Senior Maintenance and Utilities Technician performs advanced maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repairs on a variety of critical plant equipment. You will ensure the smooth operation of manufacturing and facilities equipment, contributing to the efficiency and reliability of Takeda's operations.

How You Will Contribute

• Perform preventive maintenance of critical plant equipment.
• Repair building components, utility systems and mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Familiar with plant SOPs and corporate specifications governing the operation of boiler room equipment, critical systems and local GMP practices.
• Provide a moderate level of troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair of building systems and equipment components including: chillers, HVAC equipment, distillation units, boilers, compressors, pumps, piping and plumbing components, and facility equipment.
• Familiarity with generally accepted building, plumbing, piping, electrical, and fire protection practices and codes.
• Follow safety rules and ensure compliance with state and federal EPA regulations and laws.
• Attend required training, meetings, and QWTs.
• Independently perform preventive and predictive maintenance on complex production equipment, including mechanical systems, hydraulics, and PLCs, while mentoring others and recommending process improvements.
• Apply experience of equipment operations, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis to maintain system performance in high-complexity environments.
• Use advanced budgeting and accounting tools for maintenance operations, anticipating future needs and guiding others in financial processes.
• Produce clear, structured technical documentation and train others in.
• Support Product Lifecycle Management activities with growing expertise, applying foundational principles under supervision.

What You Bring To Takeda

• Requires high school diploma or GED. 4+ years of experience.
• 8+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience (required).
• 2-year technical certificate (HVAC, Utilities, Building Trades) or military equivalent.
• Class 3 Industrial Wastewater Certification.
• Automation/controls experience (DeltaV, Honeywell highly preferred).

Important Considerations

Role: 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 protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body, including hearing protection in loud areas.
• Remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and 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.
• Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.

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.

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Compensation And Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location: USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $23.56 - $37.02

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on qualifications, years of relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. The actual wage will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements.

U.S.-based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives and benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, and well-being benefits.

EEO Statement: Takeda is committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws.