HEPA Filter Technician

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Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Summary:

The HEPA Filter Certification Technician is responsible for the routine certification of HEPA Filters.

Primary responsibilities:

• Perform routine HEPA filter certification
  • measure airflow, differential pressure, perform filter inspection and integrity testing
• Repair or replace filters that do not meet acceptance criteria
• Perform airflow visualization on Class A filters
• Test compressed air, process air and nitrogen filters.
• Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System to document work performed
• Provide detailed documentation of all maintenance troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal form.
• Adhere to cGMP, Safety and Environmental requirements
• Issue/complete job hazard analysis/safe work permits (hot work, excavating, confined space, hazardous atmosphere, etc.)
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures, job plans and/or equipment manuals to perform work
• Responsible for maintaining training matrix requirements.
• Assist with modification, installation and start up of new and existing instrumentation, process control systems and equipment

Additional responsibilities:

Tech 1

• Develop knowledge and skills needed perform job as required by the area of responsibility
• Assist with filter certifications
• Attend clean room testing training course

Tech 2

• Perform all responsibilities as defined in previous job level
• Perform filter certifications
• Repair and/or replace filters that don’t meet acceptance criteria
• Train and mentor new HEPA Certification technicians
• Supervise contracted service personnel

Tech 3

• Perform all responsibilities as defined in previous job level
• Schedule and plan filter certifications
• Complete paperwork to get create new or revise Assets/Locations and PMs in the CMMS
• Establish new filter criteria and PM frequencies
• Set up spare parts in the CMMS

Knowledge, skills, & abilities:

Tech 1

• Communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal form
• Build positive working relationships with cross-functional teams across multiple business units
• Use personal computers and have experience with Window applications and Web based programs
• Read, interpret, and apply information from files, drawings, catalogs, reports, and manuals
• Demonstrate strong mathematical skills with the ability to apply this knowledge to the various tasks assigned.
• Understand current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements
• Understand industrial plant safety and environmental requirements

Tech 2

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities as defined in previous job level
• Knowledgeable of clean room testing theory
• Proficient in use of testing equipment
• Able to discern possible filter contamination
• knowledgeable of filter configuration to establish proper testing technique
• Knowledgeable of basic HVAC design and operation

Tech 3

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities as defined in previous job level
• Knowledgeable of appropriate test conditions and methods
• Understands how area equipment functions in process applications
• Experience with multiple maintenance crafts (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, piping, HVAC); with the ability to apply this knowledge to the complete, timely, technically-correct, cost-effective filter maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Proficiently use computerized maintenance management system to locate/identify replacement parts, coordinate multiple and interdisciplinary work requests, and investigate equipment repair history.
• Ability to support installation, startup and commissioning of Capital Projects.
• Knowledge and training as required by OSHA on applicable safe work practices and process safety management
• Use communication skills to effectively resolve problems with technical personnel including department managers, supervisors and outside technical support.

Requirements:

Tech 1

• Associates degree in relevant technical field
• Attend clean room testing training course
• 2 years relevant experience
• Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.

Tech 2

• Associates degree in relevant technical field
• 4 years relevant experience
• Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.

Tech 3

• Associates degree in relevant technical field
• 6 years relevant experience
• Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.

Occupational demands:

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment or warehouse with rotating shifts. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.  Exposure to chemicals, electrical manufacturing equipment, hand tools and moving machinery.  Operates forklifts, tractors and power equipment. Exposure to high levels of noise and to dust/gas/fumes/steam.  Exposure to extreme cold below 32* and on occasion, exposure to extreme heat above 100*.  Exposure to vibration or oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body.  Occasional entry into confined spaces, requiring kneeling, crawling, climbing and squatting.  Works at heights on scaffolding and/or on ladders.  Walks on uneven ground. Personal protective equipment required such as; protective eyewear, chemical suits, safety shoes and/or rubber footwear, gloves, hearing protection and a respirator. Heavy lifting and carrying of 45lbs. for up to 6-8 hours per day, with a maximum lift of 75lbs. Work is performed standing, walking, bending and twisting waist for 4-6 hours per day. Frequent foot movements. Occasionally reaches above and below shoulder height. Occasionally bends and twists neck.  Frequent hand movements with simple grasping of one hand with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.  Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Hearing acuity essential.  Color perception/discrimination, depth perception and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences.  Performs a wide range of complex tasks. Adheres to a work schedule to meet production standards.

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic or status protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-Clayton:USNC0002 - Clayton 

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