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Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.

CordenPharma is a leading full-service contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and pharmaceuticals Drug Products (DP) and packaging capabilities with > 2,600 employees across the world. Our services enable pharmaceutical and biotech companies to manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.

Our network in Europe and the U.S. offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids, & Carbohydrates; Injectables; Highly Potent & Oncology; and Small Molecules. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to providing the highest quality products for the well-being of patients.

SUMMARY

Responsible for all tasks and duties required of an Instrumentation and Electrical Technician and the following additional duties listed below. Reviews equipment and instrument design information, specifies new/replacement instruments, is part of a project team to evaluate equipment and designs, determines spare part needs, and coordinates the work of others. A senior level technician also develops calibration and operational check procedures and is proficient on access and replacement of control systems (PLC, DCS I/O).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All the Level II I&E technician responsibilities, in addition to the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides project support in reviewing designs for instrumentation and electrical equipment, in evaluating for effectiveness, and in conformance to electrical classification, NEC, site standards, and applicable safety and professional codes
• Provides training to others on equipment and systems used in manufacturing. May act as a resource for others in trouble shooting various electrical or instrumentation issues
• Has specific expertise in at least one type of equipment or repair, and acts as a subject matter expert for others in this area
• Documents work performed on work orders/activity reports and on calibration sheets
• Performs instrument and electrical equipment installations, replacements, and qualifications
• Self-directing and follows up on deficiencies identified from operational issues
• Clearly communicates issues and problems to venders and others. Offers reliable solutions while considering code and safety concerns
• Schedules repairs and PMs in order to meet production goals
• Must be able to carry a pager and respond to plant site emergency callouts
• Develops calibration and operational check procedures
• May be required to perform shift work
• Activities may include demolition of electrical systems, such as removal of conduit and wiring, panel boards, transformers, etc.

LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of his or her activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 5 years related experience and/or training; or a combination of education and experience. Must have 2 years of site-specific experience as an I&E Technician, or equivalent site knowledge.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

CO State Electrical Journeyman’s license or an equivalent of 7 years of industrial, electrical experience. In addition, CCST Level II certification preferred (Certified Control Systems Technician).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work with hands. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach above shoulder height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; low levels of toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and explosives. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

• Must be able to understand the basic physical properties of temperature, pressure, and flow
• The ability to read and understand technical manuals for operation, troubleshooting, configuration, and calibration of equipment
• Demonstrated knowledge of calibrating pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs
• Ability to read and understand motor control schematics
• Ability to read and understand electrical one-line diagrams
• Good communication, computer, and organizational skills
• Knowledge and ability to follow the National Electrical Code
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E
• Ability to distinguish colors

SALARY

Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance PPO/HSA
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• ID Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
• Vision Insurance

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