Job DescriptionSr. Maintenance TechnicianThermo Fisher Scientific’s Viral Vector Services (VVS) is a rapidly growing, dynamic gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that is seeking sharp individuals to bring the highest quality processes, products and testing to our clients. Our employees are committed to making a difference in our organization, for our client partners and the patients we serve. We are looking for top talent with proven competencies and strong character to join our team and help lead our organization into the future.LocationCambridge, MAHow will you make an impact?The Sr. Maintenance Technician will be a self-starter with high levels of initiative. Responsible for leadership, supporting and maintaining the Cambridge, GMP clinical/commercial manufacturing facility utility systems, including HVAC, Water for Injection (WFI), Purified Water (PW), Reverse Osmosis (RO), Pre-Treatment, Incubators, Compressed Gases, Waste Neutralization, and other building systems. Respond to utility and equipment related alarms, and maintenance issues during manufacturing campaigns. Identify areas of potential, to improve operational performance and compliance. Uphold safety procedures and safe practices. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for manufacturing support equipment during shift. The role will also be responsible for the supervision of providing maintenance support for new processing equipment, installations, and modifications to existing equipment. Documents all work in CMMS, and equipment logbooks.What will you do?
Schedule, lead, and perform preventative/corrective maintenance on GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) equipment and building utilities.
Perform daily rounds of plant utilities and ensure all equipment is operating and maintained per GMP guidelines.
Monitor utilities through building management systems.
Investigate and respond to alarms on building and utility systems.
Investigate and respond to alarms on respond to critical alarms for GMP manufacturing equipment.
Document all work on validated systems including equipment logs, readings, and alarm investigations.
Investigate equipment failures and perform repairs.
React to loss of electrical power, and building disruptions.
Review and complete assigned work orders in a timely manner.
Ensure adequate inventory of spare parts is available.
Assess equipment needs and provides recommendations on system improvements.
Adhere to all established Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Policies (i.e., lockout/tagout, arc flash, OJTs).
Partners with team members to ensure daily production goals are met.
Development opportunity! Provide mentorship, training and career development opportunities for new hires.
Works independently and collaborates with equipment Responsible Engineers/Facility Managers.
The ability to lift 50 lbs to a height of 4 feet.
Work 12 hour rotating night shift (Overtime built into schedule!)
How will you get here?
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Facilities/Maintenance certification or trade certification preferred
State license in requisite trades preferred
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The candidate must be very motivated, a self-starter, and a willing listener.
A minimum of 3+ years of experience operating and maintaining facility equipment in a medical device or pharmaceutical GMP Environment preferred.
Training or field experience in Autoclaves, Clean Steam, WFI, water systems, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical systems, and/or water treatment preferred.
Experience with HazMat procedures is preferred.
Experience with most of the following unit operations or technologies:
WFI systems, Purified Water, Clean Steam
Compressed gas
HVAC Operation
Environmental chambers
Building Management Systems
Waste treatment and Bio-inactivation systems
Practical knowledge of GMP’s and working in an SOP environment
Ability to work independently
Prior experience as a utility operator in a complex pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment preferred.
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000+ extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
