Sr. Critical Utilities Technician at LOTTE BIOLOGICS

We are LOTTE BIOLOGICS! A new company, built on 80 years of tradition!

We embody our core values of being Inspired by Science, Embracing Diversity, Fostering Talent, and Connecting Lives. Our mission is to be the most trusted partner in the industry, with high standards of quality and continuous innovation, to reliably deliver benefits for patients worldwide.

We deliver therapies that make a Healthier World!

Responsibilities

To help us meet our mission LOTTE BIOLOGICS is in need of a Senior Critical Utilities Technician who will serve as the planner and technical lead for the Critical Utilities Team, offering guidance, overseeing work activities, and mentoring junior staff. This role requires a proactive approach and strong independent problem-solving abilities to manage complex assignments. The Critical Utilities Team is tasked with the maintenance, operation, and cleaning of Critical Utilities Systems, including Softened Water, RO Water, Water For Injection, Pure Steam, and Deionized Water systems. Their responsibilities encompass installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and performing preventive maintenance on various mechanical and control equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, and clean Critical Utilities Systems, including Water Pre-Treatment systems, Reverse Osmosis systems, Water For Injection systems, and Pure Steam systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and perform preventive maintenance on both GMP and non-GMP mechanical equipment such as drives, motors, and pumps.
• Work cross-functionally with the manufacturing team to evaluate upcoming Preventive Maintenance (PMs) schedules and identify windows to complete Work Orders (WOs).
• Coordinate the scheduling of work for critical utilities technician and review completed work orders.
• Develop, revise, and review maintenance SOPs, job plans, and work plans.
• Enter data into the CMMS (MAXIMO) system for installations, preventive maintenance, failure information, and corrective actions.
• Provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) for multiple Critical Utility Systems.
• Collaborate closely with Critical Utilities engineer on maintenance strategy optimization and system design reviews.
• Provide off-hours support (nights, weekends, holidays) to ensure continuous operation of critical systems.
• Lead evaluation of Critical Utility procedures, recommending and implementing changes as needed.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with team members, supervisors, and operations.
• Participate in Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) sessions.
• Operate through electronic maintenance work order management system, documenting all work electronically.
• Provide coverage for other critical utilities technicians during absences to maintain uninterrupted operation.
• Maintain assigned area of ownership within the facility for inspection readiness and general upkeep.
• Obtain all required permits to perform maintenance work.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Operate within regulatory guidelines for documentation management, training compliance, deviation management, procedure adherence, and corrective/preventative action implementation.
• Create Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for higher risk tasks performed by Critical Utilities technicians.
  
  

Remote Position

No

Min Compensation

USD $25.48/Hr.

Max Compensation

USD $36.89/Hr.

Bonus

5%

Education/Experience:

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum of 6 years industrial experience in mechanical trades
• Welding certification is preferred.
  
  

Knowledges, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient with power and hand tools.
• Experienced in using a CMMS system, Maximo preferred.
• Capable of interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and engineering drawings.
• Skilled in researching data from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) manuals.
• Familiar with FDA, OSHA, and cGMP regulations.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic equipment preferred.
• Effective communication skills with Operations and Maintenance staff.
• Experience in energy isolation and proper lockout/tag out of equipment.
• Experience with 5S/6S implementation and maintenance.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot equipment in a computer-controlled manufacturing environment.
  
  

Physical Demands:

This position is located at a medium scale manufacturing facility with classified areas requiring appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). This role will require contact with hazardous materials such as caustic, acids, and steam. Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, climbing and reaching is required. Role also requires infrequent lifting (not to exceed 50 lbs.). This position is a team based position that requires work Monday through Friday but may also require overtime, weekend, holiday support, and emergency call-ins.

Work Environment:

This position may require the employee to work in areas where chemical, biologic, and environmental risks are present. This position is located at a medium scale manufacturing facility with classified areas requiring appropriate gowning and personal protective equipment (PPE). This role will require contact with hazardous materials such as caustic, acids and steam.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No formal supervision exercised, but may be required to provide guidance, oversight to work activities and mentor less experienced staff members

Work Location:

East Syracuse, NY

We believe that women, people of color, veterans and LGBTQ communities must participate in the work we do, so we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of underrepresented communities.  If this is the work that you want to do in a culture of inclusion and excellence with the goal of making our world to be a healthier place, then please apply today!

Company Website

http://www.lottebiologics.com/

Company Profile

L OTTE BIOLOGICS was established in 2022, and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. LOTTE BIOLOGICS entered the biologics CDMO business after acquiring Bristol Myers Squibb’s Syracuse biologics drug substance manufacturing site, as of January 1, 2023!

The newly established organization aims to become a Global Top 10 CDMO company in the biopharmaceutical industry. With initial operations in 1948 in Japan, LOTTE has grown to become the fifth-largest conglomerate corporation in South Korea. LOTTE has various business units, including petro/fine chemicals, food, retail, hotels, electronics, construction, and IT. LOTTE has 30+ global locations across the US, Europe, and Asia.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.