Facilities Operator

Major accountabilities:

• Safety is the top priority. Adherence to all safety requirements, all of the time.
• SME level knowledge of HVAC system operation and maintenance
• Experience and familiarity with air compressors, pumps, chillers, cooling towers, water systems, electrical equipment, generators, fire systems, and associated equipment and systems
• Working knowledge of automation systems, VFD’s, etc.
• Utilize CMMS systems such as BMRAM to manage all work orders.
• Ensures reliable, efficient and sustained operation of the facility and all utility equipment. Drive / improve (infrastructure, utilities), availability, and reliability
• Develop Preventive Maintenance plans for areas of responsibility
• Execute all PM’s and corrective work orders in areas of responsibility
• Onboard and develop relationships with external contractors and vendors
• Develop Standard Operating procedures (SOP’s) for areas of responsibility
• Troubleshoot and establish root cause for failures and underperformance of utility equipment.
• Develop and execute plans for correcting issues based on root cause analysis.
• Support current and future facility capital projects and site goal objectives, including installation, commissioning and turnover of new equipment and systems
• Lead and coordinate site shutdowns and general repair of utilities through small projects.
• Manages contractors for maintenance, repairs and small projects.
• Drive improvement for facility and utility KPI’s.
• Supports other Engineering and maintenance initiatives or programs as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associates degree in HVAC, automation, engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of industrial experience (GMP Biotech/biopharma industry preferred).
• Ability to prepare contingency plans and logically work through complex issues in a pressure filled atmosphere.
• Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate on cross functional teams in a fast paced, dynamic team setting.
• Experience in managing small capital projects (< $75K) is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• A “can do” attitude and a willingness to do what it takes to achieve personal and organizational goals and overcome obstacles.
• Knowledgeable of OSHA requirements.
• Knowledgeable of Environmental regulations
• Energy management experience is a plus
• EPA universal certification is a plus.
• Previous experience working in a GMP environment preferred
• Familiarity with change controls, CAPA’s, and deviations preferred
• Planning, problem analysis, and decision-making skills.
• Strong computer skill utilizing MS Office suite applications, Building Management Systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Customer service focused.
• Ability to adapt in a constantly evolving environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership in areas of responsibility.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $72,700 and $109,900 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Why Advanced Accelerator Applications?
Thousands of people die of cancer around the world every day. At Advanced Accelerator Applications, a Novartis company, our mission is to transform lives through radioligand therapy in nuclear medicine to fight several leading types of cancer. How will we continue to be on the cutting edge of medicine? We believe new groundbreaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working. We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what's possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying! Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis embraces diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusion. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

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