Lead, Maintenance Technician

ElevateBio is a technology-driven company powering the industry forward by helping partners realize the potential of their therapies from design to commercialization. We have integrated a differentiated set of technologies, end-to-end services, and industry-leading manufacturing expertise to develop advanced therapies faster and more efficiently.

The Role:

ElevateBio is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to lead preventative and corrective maintenance activities across multiple building and utility systems. The successful candidate will be detailed oriented, organized, and have a strong desire to learn. Key responsibilities will be performing or overseeing vendor performed maintenance/calibrations on GMP Utility systems, process equipment and clean room infrastructure in a highly regulated cGMP environment. 

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Utilizes CMMS to manage the completion of all preventative maintenance assignments.


• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements to include detailed documentation of work performed in both electronic and written form.


• Reports any maintenance failure or issues immediately to management.


• Evaluates equipment performance and makes recommendations to maintenance performance or system design.


• Seeks to continuously improve maintenance practices.


• Interpret P&IDs, equipment/system layouts, wiring diagrams, and specifications to plan and perform maintenance and repair activities.


• Provides support during annual shutdowns.


• Routine performance of preventative maintenance on process support systems and equipment including but not limited to:
  Pumps, Valves, Autoclaves, Centrifuges, Reactors, BSC’s, Isolators, WFI Generation/Distribution, Clean Steam, compressed gases, HVAC equipment


• Conduct rounds of GMP and non-GMP equipment and systems.


• The continuous improvement and development of maintenance practices and SOPs.


• Escorting contractors and vendors for the performance of preventative maintenance and repairs on process support systems.


• Maintains all spaces clean and orderly.


• Supports quality systems for CAPA, Deviations and Change Management.


• Commitment to perform all work in a safe manner. The ability and desire to excel in a fast-paced, inclusive team environment which prides itself on providing the highest level of service to our internal customers. Desire to interact in a professional, helpful manner with staff at all levels within the organization on a regular basis.

Requirements:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required


• Trade school or undergraduate education is preferred


• Professionally Licensed in any of the following areas desirable: Wastewater Treatment, Plumbing, Electrical, Refrigeration.


• 6 + years of applicable experience in a GMP environment is preferred


• Comprehensive knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical equipment, and BMS.


• Ability to multitask and always maintain professionalism


• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)


• Experience working with Blue Mountain RAM or other CMMS programs preferred


• Experience with Siemens Desigo BMS other control system is a plus


• Ability to read, understand, and follow SOP, P&ID’s and work instructions


• Strong communication skills in both oral and written reports


• Ability to lead and mentor less experienced technicians


• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and working in various environmental conditions