Manufacturing Maintenance Technician (D Shift)

Description

Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Maintenance Technician I performs low –complexity preventative maintenance and repairs for manual to semi-automated equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual works closely with a team of Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians and will escalate more complex issues to senior team members.

Shift Schedule: Thursday thru Saturday and every other Wednesday from 6:00pm to 6:00am

Primary Duties:

1. Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of BioFire Diagnostics’ Quality System.

2. Performs other duties as assigned.

3. Perform low-complexity repairs involving manual to semi-automated manufacturing and/or packaging equipment. Perform basic routine preventative and scheduled maintenance on manual to semi-automated production equipment, which may include the replacement of failed/broken components (i.e. bearing, belts, motors, etc.), cleaning and lubricating parts, etc.

4. Provide emergency support to repair production equipment in order to keep production lines operational at all times.

5. Dismantle defective and/or outdated equipment.

6. Build and install new/repaired parts or equipment according to blueprints, specifications, WIDs, and SOPs.

7. Performs some simple automation tasks as they relate to hardware.

8. Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of BioFire Diagnostics Quality System.

Training and Education:

• High School diploma and equivalent; Associate degree in a scientific/technical discipline is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 years of experience in a directly related field/role. Previous experience in a fast-paced cGMP environment is strongly preferred. Previous hands on maintenance experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Demonstrate ability to problem solve and troubleshoot technical issues/equipment
• Ability to perform hands on repairs using a variety of hand tools
• Must be able to interpret and follow blueprints, WIDs, etc.
• Must possess well-developed interpersonal skills and a willingness to work collaboratively and take direction from other team members
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to interface with all levels of the manufacturing organization and to carry out required documentation activities
• Demonstrated sense of urgency when carrying out critical tasks
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Propensity for paying close attention to details
• Basic experience with or exposure to the following is preferred:

• Electrical systems
• Mechanical systems
• Pneumatics
• Documentation

Work Conditions:

Ability to remain in stationary position, often standing, for prolonged periods.

Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and the like.

Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.

Ability to operate heavy machinery.

• Able to safely lift 50 pounds. Must be able to perform duties wearing a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR). Ability to perceive and distinguish colors.