Maintenance Tech II

Kite Pharma • Oceanside, CA

1d

About The Position

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Knowledge: Demonstrates knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety regulations. Utilizes established precedents and policies. Possesses good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrates a working knowledge in Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrates knowledge of maintenance systems, methods and procedures. Is able to recognize deviation from accepted practice and troubleshoot.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience and a high school diploma.
• Current Leaving Certificate and Trades Certificate GSL.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety regulations.
• Utilizes established precedents and policies.
• Possesses good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge in Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrates knowledge of maintenance systems, methods and procedures.
• Is able to recognize deviation from accepted practice and troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Performs installation, maintenance and repairs of line manufacturing equipment.
• Independently locates and diagnoses failure, replaces defective components and performs basic troubleshooting using standard electronic equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals and verbal and/or written instructions.
• Maintains appropriate maintenance and repair logs.
• Uses a variety of hand, power and test tools and equipment.
• Provides general maintenance support as designated by supervisor to include any or all of the following areas: utility equipment; HVAC equipment; water for injection; product storage; welding, fabricating, construction, and installations.
• Coordinates maintenance on critical systems/equipment with supervisor.
• Creates or revises standard operating procedures.
• Performs multi-shift work as required.
• Complies with all safety regulations and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• May be required to perform the duties of Maintenance Tech I as required by supervisor.
• Is required to respond to emergency notifications via phone.
• May be required to perform calibrations per Metrology procedure as designated by Supervisor.
• Calibration responsibilities may include: temperature; pressure differential room pressures; chart recorders; freezers/refrigerators; incubators; HVAC.
• May create calibration procedures for new systems.

Benefits

• This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.
• Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED