Utility Maintenance Technician

Job Overview

Support Utility Supervisor for all utility maintenance of SHL Medical and oversee contractors on scheduled and non-scheduled service.

This includes all building utilities in Florida as needed. Responsible for ensuring the facility’s smooth operation of all utility equipment and machinery.

Main Responsibilities

• Support facility buildout for commissioning and Qualification activities.
• Follow all SHL Medical OSHA, EPA safety guidelines.
• Capable of managing outside contractors.
• Experienced in the following : Air Handling Units, Compressed Air system, Chillers, Heat Exchanger, Emergency Generator, and any other subsystem that will be used to support the manufacturing operation.
• Provide operational support to utility Services, Engineering, Manufacturing, Research & Development, and other SHL Medical Departments.
• Operate Utility systems and subsystems at SHL Medical Manufacturing Facilities and warehouse. Ensure that equipment always remains in its designed and validated state.

Ensure the operation is in accordance with the Federal, and State inspection readiness, specifically related but not limited to personnel and equipment safety, compliance requirements.

• Support facility investigations to help determine deviation, root causes, recommended immediate mitigation, and long-term preventative strategies.
• Identify spare parts and maintain inventory requirements, support staff, and maintain operational records.
• Working knowledge of the BMS (Building Management System), EMS (Environmental Monitoring System).
• Solve a wide range of difficult issues that impact multiple functions following SHL Medical standard procedures by applying basic theory and technical principles.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical failure up to 480V
• Interface with the Facilities, Engineering and Capital Project Management, Quality / assurance, Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance, EH&S, and Manufacturing.
• Execute and complete all preventive, predictive, and unscheduled maintenance. Complete paperwork in a timely manner, following all cGMP documentation guidelines.
• Respond to alarms and evaluate incidents involving mechanical, electrical and system controls. Including after-hours service, on-call as necessary.
• Assist in completion of Quality Assurance Change Control
• Responsible for ensuring that all relevant SOP’s and operating parameters are followed as well as maintenance activities are properly documented utilizing SAP.
• Assist in updating QOP / QWI’s, to current and correct practices as needed.
• Must be able to execute any work orders in the field.
• Makes recommendation to help simplify and facilitate ongoing maintenance repair.
• Regularly interact with the facility team and stake holders. These include performing PMs on utilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment servicing according to standard Operating Procedures. Provide recommendations for system upgrades.
• Submit appropriate change request to correct any deficiencies discovered during PM execution.
• Must understand the Confine Space Entry, LOTO and any other Safety protocols.
• Must be able to minimize breakdowns and repairs (performing quality checks of all machinery, tools, equipment etc.)
• Must be able to support Facility maintenance, shutdown during holidays, off hours.
• Must be able to work Weekend and Holidays. Schedule to be as flexible as needed.

Skills and Qualification

High School Diploma or equivalent and any of the following : Successful completion of an accredited Trade School, honorable discharge from Military Service with related field experience, and at least 3+ years of experience in a utility maintenance role, preferably in a medical device manufacturing facility.

Will consider a High School Diploma with 3+ years of strong direct experience in the field of Plant maintenance

• At least 3+ years of experience in a maintenance role preferably in a medical device manufacturing facility, biopharma, medical manufacturing facility, or as an industrial Technician in a Plant.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, including FDA regulations and ISO standards.
• Knowledge of 6S applications is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance best practices, including preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance
• HVAC, Maintenance, Risk Assessment, Operations Management, Emergency Preparedness, Safety Procedures, Electrical, Heat Exchanger Management, Air Compressor Management, and Plumbing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex maintenance issues.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, including FDA regulations and ISO standards.
• Good leadership skills and experience.
• Proficient in troubleshooting, analyzing, solving problems with various electrical, pneumatic, controls, and systems.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance best practices : preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal applicable regulations

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve maintenance issues.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Must be a Team Player and willing to adjust in a changing environment with duties.
• Can do mentality, willing to do what it takes, and committed to continuously learning and improving.
• Computer skills, MS office, MS Teams and SAP.
• Able to work Monday to Friday 7 : 00AM- 4 : 00 PM, flex to do Overtime
• On call 24 / 7 1 week out of the month or as needed

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization
17 days ago