Seagen

Senior Maintenance Technician

Description

Summary

The Senior Maintenance Technician at the North Creek Manufacturing Facility is a skilled, diverse craftsperson responsible for performing and overseeing advanced installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, testing, and associated documentation of a wide variety of manufacturing production equipment, lab equipment and process utilities. This technician will also provide maintenance and support to general building and utility systems including electrical infrastructure and life/safety systems.

This role will support the Facilities Engineering manager by leading the team of Maintenance Technicians, executing critical maintenance and utility operations, supervising employees by giving direct and detailed assignments and reviewing the results. This position will not have direct reports but will be expected to help lead/supervise the general workload of the maintenance team.

North Creek is a cGMP Commercial biologics manufacturing facility. All work must be completed with minimal impact to production while complying with cGMP regulations, when appropriate, and Seagen regulations.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Under minimal to no supervision, perform advanced installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and testing, of a wide variety of office, utility, lab, and facility equipment
• Operates, logs, and maintains building and utility systems in accordance with standard Operating Procedures
• Work performed must be completed and documented/logged in accordance with written SOP's and GMP guidelines, when applicable
• Plan and schedule own and others work activities with operations staff
• Assigns work orders in the CMMS system to technicians
• Reviews and technically approves maintenance reports, forms, and records
• Develops, revises, and reviews equipment, maintenance, or other related procedures
• Works closely with Quality Assurance to develop maintenance SOPs and protocols to comply with regulatory requirements
• Evaluates current PM cycles and makes appropriate recommendations to optimize the Maintenance Program
• Maintain all documentation pertaining to maintenance and repair of equipment
• Prepares, plans and performs building and laboratory equipment moves and installations
• Leads the start-up of new equipment to ensure it meets all mechanical design specifications
• Maintains, interprets, and updates electrical schematics, P&IDs, panel/building drawings, and equipment/building O&M manuals
• Assists with the preparation and execution of commissioning and validation protocols
• Develops and provides detailed training for the team in order to develop the team's knowledge in the maintenance field and other areas of the plant
• Maintain personal training records and takes charge of own training and ongoing education
• May be required to work in clean rooms and restricted environments using specific procedures
• May perform general labor duties as needed
• May be required to work outside of core business hours upon short notice
• May be required to work in awkward locations and lift items in excess of 50 pounds
• Participates in On-Call rotation for after-hours facility support
• Fully complies with all company health and safety procedures and practices
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• 10+ years combined education and experience in building maintenance, including operation, troubleshooting and repair of utilities and process equipment used in a GMP manufacturing plant, typically with 6+ years in an FDA regulated environment (GMP)
• Advanced knowledge of GMP production systems and equipment
• Advanced knowledge of pneumatic, mechanical, and hydraulic fundamentals
• Advanced knowledge of electrical distribution systems
• Advanced knowledge of plant steam production and distribution systems
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration systems
• Advanced knowledge of compressed air and lab gas systems
• Advanced troubleshooting skills
• Advanced skills in the use of power and hand tools
• Advanced knowledge of automation systems and controls
• Advanced knowledge of fire alarm and sprinkler systems
• Advanced knowledge of power generation and UPS systems.
• Advanced knowledge of process waste treatment systems
• Advanced knowledge of plant water and steam chemical treatment
• Advanced knowledge of WFI, PW, DI water and clean steam production and distribution systems
• Advanced skills in the building trades such as carpentry, plumbing, and painting
• Effectively communicates ideas through verbal and written forms, interacts constructively with peers/teams, and can seek outside resources as needed
• Possess a high mathematical understanding, excellent reading and computer skills
• Knowledge of word processing, electronic spread sheets, and database software programs (CMMS/EAM experience)
• Advanced technical writing skills
• Highly advanced knowledge and experience of regulatory requirements of ISO and GMP
• Knowledge of validation concepts
• Self-motivated
• Show’s the ability to grow intellectually as well as technically

Education:

• 2 year technical or AA/AS degree in facilities maintenance, mechanical, or related technical discipline, engineering degree, or equivalent combined education and experience

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seagen is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. To learn more about Seagen, please visit www.seagen.com. 

Seagen is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Submitted: 05/14/2021