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Measure reliability performance and demonstrate success of improvements. Support capital projects as needed. This position will provide technical support to the manufacturing and maintenance functions for the operation of the equipment and processes. Mentor, guide and develop the team’s technical and non-technical skills.Duties:Manage, identify, hire, and develop the team of Reliability EngineersDevelop the maintenance strategy, plans, SOPs, parts lists, BOMs and frequencies for new and modified equipment.Define group objectives in alignment with local Engineering Leadership and Global Engineering teams.Responsible for preparing budget, overall spending in Reliability Engineering cost center and meeting forecasts.Perform the review, improvement and update of Maintenance SOPs, Parts Lists, BOMs and CMMS data integrity for existing equipmentInteract with Global Reliability Engineering team to build standards across the network and provide input to Divisional Procedures.Perform regular reviews with Reliability Engineering Staff to ensure personnel performance and development.Review and approve Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) improvement projects assigned to the team, Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) reports.Participate in internal and external regulatory audits, including FDA,EMEA and OSHATrack and routinely present group performance objectives to Senior ManagementSupport, review, assess and counsel engineering project teams regarding all areas of maintenance impact, such as, layout, design for maintainability, component standardization and spare parts/ material optimization.Drive the implementation of predictive maintenance across the facilityMay assist in the preparation of and/or participation in technical reviews of equipment design projects.May be assigned change control, Quality CAPA and Safety CAPA tasksParticipates with Operations to development and improve Equipment Reliability, Preventive/Predictive Maintenance, and CMMS Data Collection and OperationQualifications:Extensive experience with cGMP and current best practices for asset management including, Preventive Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, RCM, FMEA etc.Understanding industrial hazards and Process Safety Management and Mechanical Integrity Program principles is a requirement.Must possess knowledge of the core engineering principles: heat transfer, mass transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics. Familiarity with Biotechnology manufacturing operations such as Cell Culture, purification, aseptic filling, packaging, and their support systems such as CIP, SIP, HVAC, plant, and clean utilities, is a plus.Passion for Improving Lives: Must be able to put our patients at the center of everything we do.Quest for Innovation: Must be able to operate with agility and a learning mindset so that we can accelerate breakthrough innovations.Inspired Teams environment: Must be able to thrive in diverse high performing teams.Engaged with the World around Us: Must be able to embrace change and seek diverse perspectives and partnerships to benefit patients and make a positive impact on the world.Demonstrated success in delivering results in several technical challenges.The candidate must have good communication skills and the ability to perform effectively in multi-disciplinary teams.Bachelors’ degree in Engineering discipline required. 6+ years of related experience with 1+ years as a supervisorMust be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 25 lbs.In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.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.Must be able to support multiple shifts, including weekends.Must be able to work overtime as required.May be required to work in a confined area.Some Clean Room, wet environment, and cool/hot storage conditions.Bachelors’ degree in Engineering discipline required. 6+ years of related experience with 1+ years as a supervisorMust be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 25 lbs.In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.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.Must be able to support multiple shifts, including weekends.Must be able to work overtime as required.May be required to work in a confined area.Some Clean Room, wet environment, and cool/hot storage conditions.Bachelors’ degree in Engineering discipline required. 6+ years of related experience with 1+ years as a supervisorMust be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 25 lbs.In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.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.Must be able to support multiple shifts, including weekends.Must be able to work overtime as required.May be required to work in a confined area.Some Clean Room, wet environment, and cool/hot storage conditions.Education:Bachelors’ degree in Engineering discipline required. 6+ years of related experience with 1+ years as a supervisorOther:Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 25 lbs.In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.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.Must be able to support multiple shifts, including weekends.Must be able to work overtime as required.May be required to work in a confined area.Some Clean Room, wet environment, and cool/hot storage conditions.Location and Salary Information: This job posting excludes CO applicants.LocationsUSA – CA – Los AngelesWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time