Maintenance Mechanic

Quotient Sciences is a drug development and manufacturing accelerator providing integrated programs and tailored services across the entire development pathway.

Cutting through silos across a range of drug development capabilities, we help biotech and pharma customers save precious time and money in getting drugs to patients.

We employ more than 1,100 talented individuals globally, located at state-of-the-art development, manufacturing and clinical facilities in the UK and USA.

Science, Agility and Culture are the core components that define Quotient Sciences, enabling us to do what we do in the way that we do it.

People join Quotient Sciences because we are a respected member of the drug development community that's focused on innovation and are driven by an unswerving belief that ideas need to become solutions, and molecules need to become cures, fast.

Because humanity needs solutions, fast.

The Role

• The facilities maintenance mechanic will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs for facilities equipment.
• This role will also be responsible for small electrical or controls installation projects as needed on site.
• To comply & adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Main tasks and responsibilities will include :

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and repairs on HVAC equipment including fans, humidifiers chillers, small boilers, DX units and others.
• Maintain reporting in CMMS (computerized maintenance management system).
• Work with other maintenance mechanics to complete work orders, PM's and projects.
• Perform small repairs on HVAC equipment.
• Complete small electrical projects including installation of 120v and ethernet receptacles. Work with electrical contractors and provide support for larger electrical projects.
• Work closely with contractors and / or other maintenance personnel for larger repairs and new equipment installation projects
• Submit work orders, assign tasks to GMP maintenance mechanic group, verify that work assigned is completed and close out work orders as necessary
• Provide feedback to be included in SOP
• Perform and document work in compliance with SOP's, Safety Health & Environment, standards, and GMP to include in work orders, records, and logbooks.
• Work with Supervisors, Operators, Engineers, and other Mechanics to identify and implement opportunities to improve facility operations.
• Respond to multiple equipment / production problems and prioritize or change assignments as needed to meet production demands.

Additional tasks / responsibilities

• Communicate with equipment vendors regarding installation, operation, repair and parts.
• Order parts
• Request vendor assistance for repairs when required
• Oversee and coordinate vendor / contractor repair / maintenance
• Be able to read and understand equipment manuals, specifications, drawings, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job demands

The job may involve the following :

• Very high concentration of work with full shift in GMP production area
• Strict and tight deadlines
• Having to juggle a range of tasks / issues simultaneously
• Working in a hazardous environment with high requirement to follow safety procedures
• Be available for periodic call-ins outside of normal working hours when on call
• Responding to urgent calls

The Candidate

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent required; technical training, education or mechanic certification preferred
• 3+ years of industrial electrician experience or 3+ years of residential / commercial electrical experience combined with industrial maintenance experience.
• Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

Application Requirements

When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organization you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA.

If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organization.

As a global employer, we recognize the value in having an organization that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.

Specifically we will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and / or local laws.

This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.