Sr. Facilities Technician at RTI Surgical Inc – West Lafayette, Indiana

Location: 1425 Innovation Place, West Lafayette, IN

Starting pay based on skills and experience

Eligible annual bonus target: $2,500.00

Standard Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 am - 3:30 pm (flexible) - off hours and weekend work as needed

Evergen is a global industry-leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) in regenerative medicine. As the only regenerative medicine company that offers a differentiated portfolio of allograft and xenograft biomaterials at scale, Evergen is headquartered in Alachua, FL, and has manufacturing facilities in West Lafayette, IN., Eden Prairie and Glencoe, MN., Neunkirchen, DE., Glasgow, UK., and Marton, NZ.

Read more about this change and Evergen’s commitment to advancing regenerative medicine here: https://lnkd.in/eMSfVJkM

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs installation, preventative and corrective “hands on” maintenance, and calibration tasks on laboratory and process equipment.
• Completes maintenance activities and upkeep of the Company’s facilities, building and utility equipment, and grounds
• Works effectively with minimal supervision and ensures tasks are completed on time per the maintenance schedule.
• Records and documents work accurately and completely on work orders and quality system paperwork
• Communicates with vendors to schedule services and purchase parts and materials.
• Hosts maintenance and calibration vendors and ensures their work is completed according to quality standards and specifications.
• Responds in a timely manner to maintenance help tickets and provides a high level of support to operations and other departments.
• Troubleshoots facility, utility, and equipment malfunctions, and resolves issues utilizing the appropriate internal and external resources.
• Provides input for development of maintenance/calibration procedures for new equipment and makes recommendations to optimize existing tasks and schedules.
• Leads and/or supports facility projects, such as construction, installation of new equipment and processes, and upgrades or improvements.
• Mentors and trains other technicians in area(s) of expertise and may train new team members.
• Collaborates with engineering on projects such as validation of new equipment and processes.
• Maintains maintenance/calibration supply/parts inventory.
• Promotes positive safety culture by following all established procedures and guidelines and proactively identifying hazards.
• Applies thorough understanding of the Quality System requirements in carrying out duties.
• Other duties, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• 9+ years’ experience in maintenance or trades, such as carpentry, construction, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation

Certification

• Industry related certifications preferred

Skills

• Excellent understanding of facility mechanical and electrical systems – HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting.
• Skilled with hand tools and power tools.
• Experience with calibration of instruments.
• Advanced aptitude in mechanical and electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.
• Expert problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Detail oriented and able to follow written instructions precisely.
• Effective listening and written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills; able to plan and execute work to meet established goals with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with using computers for word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, and Computerized Maintenance Management Software
• Demonstrated expertise in area(s) of specialization.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast-paced situations.

Travel

• N/A

SAFETY

Physical Requirement

• Move or lift objects up to 50 pounds
• Physical demands are typical of a commercial maintenance and light manufacturing environment

Working Environment

• Onsite: Office environment with assigned workstation
• Limited exposure to hazardous chemicals, material derived from animal tissues, and active pharmaceutical ingredients used in the manufacture of product

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