Maintenance Technician Senior

Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician with a solid background in process and utility equipment, ideally within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical setting. This role involves critical responsibilities in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair production mechanical equipment.
• Support the maintenance, operation, and repair of all systems, subsystems, and equipment within the Amgen Fill/Finish facility.
• Assist engineering and operations teams with design, installation, testing, and maintenance of Fill/Finish manufacturing and support equipment.
• Ensure all equipment and subsystems meet Federal, State, Local, and company standards, maintaining areas in inspection-ready condition.
• Identify training needs and deliver training as required to ensure competency across teams.
• Regularly evaluate and improve maintenance practices, procedures, and documentation standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment.
• Collaborate with contractors for equipment repairs, modifications, and installations.
• Work directly with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams on new equipment installations or system modifications.
• Complete all cGMP and Safety training and maintain required qualifications.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of pumps, valves, mechanical seals, motors, and lubrication.
• Experience with machine shop equipment, including CNC machines and lathes.
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Ability to work safely with hazardous materials, high/low temperature liquids, and various pressure systems.

Top 3 Must-Have Skills:

1. 10+ years of experience in Process and/or Utility Equipment.
2. Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
3. Ability to work independently and manage day-to-day maintenance and troubleshooting tasks in Utilities, Warehouse, and Packaging areas.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Experience: 10+ years in process or utility equipment maintenance, ideally in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical systems; knowledge of HVAC and familiarity with work order systems.
• Documentation Skills: Strong attention to detail and understanding of cGMP documentation requirements.
• Technical Writing: Ability to create, read, interpret, and revise engineering documents; prepare detailed technical reports.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work at heights up to 15 feet.
• Education: Associate degree with 4 years of relevant experience, or High School diploma/GED with 6 years of experience.

Schedule:

• Flexible; initial training on Day shift until Jan/Feb 2025.
• Starting late January/early February, the shift will transition to 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM, Monday - Friday, expected to last until December 2025 and potentially beyond.