Mechanical Tech II

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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

Performs predictive, preventive, and corrective equipment maintenance for 24-hour bulk pharmaceutical manufacturing operation. Requires little to no supervision in the execution of work, and provides off-hour call in support on a rotating basis. This is a functional level position where the individual is expected to continue to develop and demonstrate skills and capabilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance as directed. May train and develop others in the execution of activities
• Executes work in accordance with site regulatory requirements, internal policies, and procedures. Assures adherence by others
• Demonstrates a work approach strong in personal safety and good manufacturing practices. Maintains good housekeeping on jobs performed and in shop. Points out good approaches and concerns in work performance of others. Maintains departmental tools
• Creates and utilizes technical information and drawings for mechanical components and systems. Prepare and update equipment maintenance procedures
• Accurately documents work performed, damage observed, and cause of failure identified
• Utilizes computer systems, including the CMMS database, e-mail, and internet-based software
• Learns maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of equipment systems, equipment, and components. Learns from a combination of on-the-job training from Senior and Master Mechanical Technicians, as well as Lead Mechanics, written training documentation, external training, and other resources. Applies learning in daily work
• With little to no supervision, performs assigned preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, equipment modification, and new equipment installation tasks using written and verbal instructions
• Complies and assures compliance with GMP, Environmental, Health & Safety, and company policies and requirements
• Activities may include structural demolition of buildings and equipment, with focus on dismantling and salvage
• Other duties as assigned by Maintenance and Utilities Lead Mechanics
• Progresses to Senior Mechanical Technician

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 4 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to communicate technical details related to equipment and system engineering. Can describe and transcribe details of problems identified, work performed, and damage discovered.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Apply basic algebra, geometry, measurements, and physics.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.

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 stand; walk; work with hands, hand tools, power tools; reach above shoulder height; sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; work in tight spaces; speak, hear; operate a computer including typing. Close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus required. Able to engage in all forms of labor necessary for the completion of construction/demolition projects to include awkward and repetitive manual tasks that could require forceful exertion.

The employee is occasionally required to work at heights; enter and work in confined spaces; climb or balance; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; and smell.

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 occasionally exposed to moving parts, low levels of toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme heat, moderate noise levels, and noise levels requiring hearing protection.

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.

• Proven/demonstrated mechanical aptitude with ability to use technical documentation and drawings for maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and improvements of mechanical components and systems
• Maintenance mechanic will gain and apply knowledge, skill and ability in industrial equipment maintenance, including but not limited to rotating equipment, chemical process equipment, lubrication, hand tools, power tools, measurements, lifting equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, piping, pipefitting, and utility systems
• Manual dexterity with knowledge and ability to work with construction/demolition equipment to include the potential to operate hand and power tools of all types
• Proficient with the CMMS, e-mail, spreadsheet, and word processing software

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

Posting will expire on June 29, 2024

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