About the Department
You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk's 50,000 employees.
FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.
What we offer you:
• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including
14 paid holidays• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance - effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.
The Position
Support & improve all facility maintenance efforts including preventive/predictive maintenance efforts, repairs, troubleshooting, & new equipment installation. Support & participate in plant Shutdown activities for Facilities & Utility equipment. Coach & participate in A3/3C problem solving. Support training for junior team members.
Relationships
Reports to Manager/ Supervisor.
Essential Functions
Support consistent operation, maintenance & response for all plantwide refrigeration systemsPerform corrective & preventative maintenance on assigned process in a timely mannerManage individual training planEnsure that all Maintenance activities are documented in SAP & communicated in the shift turnover reportsPartner with process owners to actively improve performance & reliability of process equipmentPerform routine cleaning and maintain good housekeeping for assigned areasExecute site rounds and equipment inspections of all Utilities independently to ensure efficient and compliant operationsDrive continuous process improvement using cLEAN conceptsSupport the development & establishment of maintenance procedures, maintenance plans & spare parts lists for processes assignedSupport the maintenance team's development by instructing other technicians in specialized areas and acquiring knowledge about new systemsAbility to work rotating shifts, night shifts, extended shifts, &/or weekendsLead teams in Systematic Problem Solving (SPS) tools to establish Root Cause Analysis & resolve equipment issuesParticipate in plant Shutdown planning & executionAbility to interpret mechanical & electrical specifications, drawings & other technical data sheets.to support project siteSupport the installation, commissioning, qualification & training activities for all Site Utilities systems & controlsSupport consistent operation, maintenance & response for all plantwide refrigeration systemsFollow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of dutiesOther duties, as assigned
Physical Requirements
Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid driver's license.
Qualifications
Associate's degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited university requiredMinimum four (4) years of experience and knowledge in mechanical, electrical and/or control systems requiredMay consider a High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of six (6) years of experience and knowledge of mechanical, electrical and/or control systems requiredAbility to lead & guide fellow technicians with daily tasks & activities preferredExperience with automated records systems such as SAP/CMMS preferredProficiency in reading schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents requiredComputer literacy requiredExperience in planning/organizing work, checking results & revising the work plan in accordance with the daily work plan requiredExperience demonstrating a systematic approach to problem solving & troubleshooting based on data & facts preferred, to include active participation in driven event response activities and document problems & work to ensuring rapid resolution & prevent recurrence requiredTechnicianAbility to work with electronic batch records, automated process equipment, and/or BMS and FMS systems requiredKnowledgeable of Compressed air, Plant steam, Vacuum, Chilled Water, RO/ Pretreatment water systems requiredKnowledgeable of WFI water systems, Clean Steam Systems preferredProficient in the operation and design production utility systems such as: purified water, process air, chemical storage, process waste systems, chilled water, clean and dirty steam, high pressure air, vacuum, air handling equipment requiredProficiency in Refrigeration and HVAC types with emphasis on Ammonia refrigeration preferred
ElectricalExperience working with 120v-480v electrical systems Required, 4160V and 25KVA a plusExperience in troubleshooting electrical systems to include VFD's preferredNC Electrical License preferred
HVAC/RKnowledgeable of Air Handling equipment, Exhaust Fans, Leak detection and repair and control wiring knowledge requiredEPA 608 certification preferredHEPA filtration and air balancing experience preferredAmmonia/ CO2 refrigeration experience preferredCARO/ RETA Certification preferred
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
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