ElevateBio · 15 hours ago
Lead Technician, Facilities Maintenance
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expElevateBio is a technology-driven cell and gene therapy company, accelerating access to cutting-edge technologies to change the future of medicine. The Lead Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of GMP Facilities, Utility and HVAC systems, ensuring compliance with GMP requirements and supporting continuous improvement practices.
BiotechnologyGeneticsLife ScienceTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Utilizes Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage the completion of all maintenance work 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 planned shutdowns
Routine performance of maintenance on process support systems and equipment including but not limited to: Pumps, Valves, Autoclaves, Centrifuges, Reactors, BSC’s, compressed gases, HVAC equipment, Chilled Water System (chillers, cooling towers, etc.), Reheating Water Systems (High Efficiency Boilers, Pumps, etc.), RO Water Systems, etc
Operation of GMP Utility and HVAC systems, such as Process Chillers, Boilers, Air Compressors, Purified Water, Pure Steam Generator, Air Handlers, Energy Recovery Units, and Building Management System (BMS)
Conducts 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/utility 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
Qualification
Required
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Ability to multitask and always maintain professionalism
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
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
Preferred
Trade school or undergraduate education is preferred
Professionally Licensed in any of the following areas desirable: Wastewater Treatment, Plumbing, Electrical, Refrigeration is preferred
6 + years of applicable experience in a GMP or another regulated environment is preferred
Experience working with Blue Mountain RAM or other CMMS programs preferred
Experience with Siemens Building Management System, Allen-Bradley Process Control System or other control systems is a plus
Company
ElevateBio
ElevateBio is a technology-driven company built to power transformative genetic medicines today and for many decades to come.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$14M2021-03-23Angel· $14M
Leadership Team
Vikas Sinha
Chief Financial Officer
Michael Paglia
Chief Operating Officer, ElevateBio BaseCamp
Recent News
2024-05-10
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