Senior Maintenance Technician

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionSummary:This position reports to Night (3) shift. This shift schedule is Monday-Friday from 10 PM to 6 AM. This shift requires working on all company designated holidays. Due to business need, on select occasion employees may be required to work overtime and/or support operations on an alternate shift.Under limited supervision the Senior Maintenance Technician will lead, facilitate, and provide focused support to enable, drive, and perform the maintenance, preventive and corrective maintenance of the production manufacturing equipment. Ensure the LA Pant site manufacturing and production equipment is up and running within the validated states. Incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to; maintain, troubleshoot and perform repairs on the manufacturing equipment systems including Process Instrumentation as required. Prepare detailed documented work orders. Understand the advance process and control theory of a Critical or Major system.Overhaul and perform corrective and preventive maintenance on plant equipment, filtration systems, centripetal equipment, pumps, sterilization, high speed filling and packaging equipment and electrical controls and instrumentations to include, but not limited to, Pressure/Level/Temperature/pH indicators and transmitters, electrical distribution, variable frequency drives, electric motors and electrical control systems. Additional responsibilities may include manufacturing supports systems equipment, and office building equipment /systems (i.e. monitor the building management system “BMS”).Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* Performs preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance of critical plant equipment on a regular basis, to include, but not limited to: Production Equipment, Critical Systems, Sterilization Equipment and electrical control systems as responsibility assigned to Manufacturing Maintenance in both cGMP and non-cGMP areas.* Responsible for repairing and or replacement of the mechanical, electrical and controls components of Manufacturing and Sterilization Equipment as assigned.* Requires familiarity with generally accepted building, plumbing, piping, electrical, and fire protection practices and codes to include National Electrical Code (NFPA-70 and NEC) Uniform Building Code (UBC) in compliance with L. A. City, Takeda EH&S and Factory Mutual requirements.* Must follow safety rules and ensure compliance with L.A. City, CA state and federal EPA regulations and laws. Specific responsible system repairs, upkeep, maintenance and operations managed within regulation agencies to include but not limited to L.A. City Building and Safety, SCAQMDM, L.A. City Bureau of Sanitation, and CAL OSHA.* Individual will be responsible for a multi-craft duty within the business unit.* Ability to verify mechanical and electrical drawings for accuracy. Perform SOP job plans and drawing redlines as necessary.* Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair of critical equipment including but not limited to: plant equipment, filtration systems, centripetal equipment, pumps, sterilization, and electrical controls to include, but not limited to, indicators, electrical distribution, variable frequency drives, electric motors and electrical control systems.* Ability to assist Reliability Engineering Group in equipment failure root cause analysis with prompt resolution.* Requires familiarity with generally accepted building and electrical codes to include NEC and UMC in compliance with LA City and Takeda EH&S.* Support engineering projects including but not limited to: equipment installation, commissioning, and validation process.* Cross-train new employees and teammates.* Follow and comply with EPA, OSHA, and NFPA regulations and with SOPs and cGMP policies.* Attend required training and meetings.* Performing Disposal of Hazardous Waste* May perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications:* Must have a strong knowledge of instrumentation and mechanical systems, such as controllers, indicators, control valves, PLC, analyzers, sensors, pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, etc.* Must have a strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment including distribution, filtration systems, centrifuges, sterilization, autoclaves, process tanks, incubators and CIP/COP systems, PLC based process control systems, Human Machine Interface (HMI) configuration.* Knowledge of Delta V and CMMS systems such as JDE, Maximo, SIP, RAM, etc.* Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.* Incumbent must be proficient in a variety of mathematical disciplines and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.* Must be able to read and follow detailed written instructions and have good verbal/written communication skills.* Must have knowledge in Lock out/Tag out (LOTO) programs.* Ability to read, write and interpret technical documents and instructions, electrical and mechanical drawings, equipment blue prints and piping and instrumentation drawings (P&ID).* Must have customer service and leadership attitude to take ownership of any maintenance related problem.* Excellent communication and leadership skills.* A self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment. Must be able to handle multiple priorities. Must be proactive, results orientated, and have a strong attention to detail.* Must be able to work overtime on a short notice and support standby program.* A.A./A.S. technical discipline or Journeyman skilled craft training/apprenticeship certificate or commensurate combination of technical education and experience is highly desirable.Education and/or Experience:* High school diploma or GED required. 4+ years of experience required.Physical Demands:* Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.* In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.* Must able to climb ladders and move about in closed quarters facility non-manufacturing support areas.* Must be able to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body.* No make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment.* Will work in a cold, wet environment* Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends.* Must be able to work overtime as required. (only for non-exempt positions)* May be required to work in a confined area.* Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.Location and Salary Information: This job posting excludes CO applicants.LocationsUSA – CA – Los AngelesUSA – CA – Van NuysWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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