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Chief Utility Systems Electrician (SOCIAL CIRCLE)

Takeda Pharmaceutical, Social Circle, GA, United States


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Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today. The Utilities Technician - electrician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of plant equipment that supports utilities including but not limited to high-pressure steam boilers; heating/cooling air handling units; water purification system (water softening and carbon bed filtration, reverse osmosis, continuous deionization equipment, sanitary pumps, multi-effect distillation equipment); air compressors and dryers; and chilled water distribution systems under minimum supervision of the utilities supervisor in rotation shift environment. Performs corrective maintenance and routine preventative maintenance on plant utilities equipment following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as necessary. Completing work orders, logs and forms following cGMP documentation practices and Quality Standards in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing facility is mandatory. This senior position is responsible for performing daily checks and maintenance on facility equipment and systems while adhering to cGMP standards and corporate safety policies.

Perform preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance of all associated equipment. Operate and maintain various equipment through routine inspection and review. All work must be completed in accordance with cGMPs, SOPs, job plans, and company policies. Responds to calls and conduct repairs throughout the facility. May be assigned to escort a contractor performing work on the premises. Provide support for the start-up of new equipment to ensure it meets all electrical design specifications. Repair, replace and install sensors, actuators, transformers, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, electric eyes, conduit systems, switches, defective writing, etc. Troubleshoot, repair, and replace PLCs, Servo and Frequency Drives, and related electronic hardware Disassembles, inspects, reassembles, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces malfunctioning parts or equipment (motors, switches, sensors, input /output boards, controllers servos, gears, sprockets chains, knives, etc. using test equipment Respond to urgent and emergency work orders for the utilities department as needed. Responsible for closing assigned work orders in the CMMS (JDE, Maximo, SAP). Attend required Instructor Lead Training and planned team meetings Often will be assigned to work with a less experienced, utilities or maintenance technician. Typically requires a high school diploma or GED plus 8+ years of related industrial related experience. Pharmaceutical, utilities, and/or WWTP experience preferred. ~ Two-year certificate in a technical field such as Electrician ~ Proficiency in electrical circuits, schematics, servo motors, and familiarity with 460/220 3 PH wiring. HVAC, building trades or building utilities program, or equivalent military experience is preferred. ~5-6 years of experience in the maintenance trades is preferred ~ Must have good customer service skills and promote a teamwork environment ~ Intermediate computer skills. ~ Provide a limited level of troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair of building systems, equipment, and equipment components. ~ Manufacturing equipment vessels, mixers, valves, and pumps. ~ Operate general laboratory equipment to assess the analytical status of the utilities process. ~ Familiar with CMMS, SAP, JDE, and or Maximo ~ Must be able to understand cGMPs and other regulatory guidelines applicable to the medical/pharmaceutical industry. ~ Familiarity with Microsoft Office Applications, SCADA, process control software, and other computer base applications

At Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver quality products. As a result, we must follow strict rules in our manufacturing facilities to ensure we are not endangering the quality of the product. Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment. Work multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours, as necessary. Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection. May be exposed to dust, gases, and fumes. May be required to stand and walk frequently while evaluating utilities equipment. May be around moving equipment and machinery. May climb up and into large tanks for inspection. May work in a loud area that requires hearing protection and other protective equipment to be worn. May be required to work or be assigned to a different shift as needed. Must be able to work 12-hour shifts and rotate(2/2/3) with assigned shifts. Overtime may be required at times. Requires performing activities within the plant utilities equipment, mechanical work, and computer-based activities. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds when managing chemicals. No travel is expected with this position.

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

#Hourly Wage Range: $The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. xmvmafu

S. based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives. S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match]]