Role Title: Master Mechanic
Location: Vacaville
Department: Facilities
Reports to: Director of Facilities
FLSA-Non-Exempt
Salary Range- $90K-$110K
CORE VALUES
Respect Passion Teamwork Integrity Honesty Commitment Collaboration
ROLE SUMMARY
Polaris Facilities Team Master Mechanic primary responsibility is to track, perform and document the required maintenance and unplanned repairs on the cGMP manufacturing equipment and the environment plus the process utilities and the building utilities in order to maintain the site in a safe and cGMP compliant state. Provide training and direction to the Facilities staff plus other departments on the maintenance program and the individual maintenance and repair activities as necessary. Develop and review the procedures and work plans associated with maintenance and safety procedures that support the site to ensure safe operation, compliance, and equipment operational "up-time". Provide training and direction to the Facilities staff plus other departments on the maintenance program and the individual maintenance and repair activities as necessary. Work with vendors as required to maintain and repair the equipment and systems supported by vendors/ contractors.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Promote a positive "can do" attitude and work ethic.
- Perform maintenance and unplanned repairs on all the equipment and building systems following company SOPs and other work instructions.
- Initiate and write and review deviations, CAPA's and change controls as required.
- Write, edit, and review Maintenance procedures and CMMS work plans for equipment to ensure accuracy, performance, safety, repeatability, and compliance.
- Conduct routine inspections and monitoring of equipment and systems as well as documenting operating parameters.
- Provide general maintenance services throughout all areas of the facility.
- Complete GMP and other controlled documentation, including input into the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Follow established safety and environmental guidelines and procedures for all work performed.
- Fosters and practice a positive safety culture.
- Provide prompt, consistent, and orderly work habits.
- Provide troubleshooting skills & ability typical in a pharmaceutical fermentation manufacturing facility.
- Available to work overtime when necessary.
- General knowledge of shop tool operation and safety.
- Work in Clean room environments requiring gowning in the form of scrubs, gowns, gloves, and steel toe boots be worn.
- May require working with electrical systems 480VAC and below.
- Work with hazardous materials and chemicals.
- CMMS "Blue Mountain" input and closure of assigned work orders.
- Assist in maintaining & planning the routine work schedule for Facility activities.
- Communicate with vendors as required for obtaining parts quotes necessary to maintain the facility and equipment, plus issue supply request for purchase order issuance.
- Participate in Team Audits for EH&S and other audits as required.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)- Works well independently and in a team environment.
- Support Department and Company objectives with other duties as required.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma/GED required. Associates degree preferred.
- 5 plus Years in cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred.
- Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulics, refrigeration, steam, electrical systems, and maintenance methods are preferred.
- Experience with Program Logic Controllers (PLC) troubleshooting desired.
- Familiarity with Ladder Logic a plus.
- Familiarity with Building Automation Systems preferred.
- Familiarity with HART protocol, DMMs (Fluke 744/754) preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (P&ID's) and specifications.
- Background and/ or knowledge of EH&S programs desired.
- PC Literacy with advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point desired.
- Able to climb and work at heights up to 30 feet with proper PPE.
- Able to lift up to 50lbs.
- Able to be respirator certified and wear during performance of some job functions.