GxP Lead Automation Technician

Company: MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

The GXP Lead Automation Technician is responsible for operating and maintaining the BMS and EMS, Veriteq system. The GXP Lead Automation Technician will ensure the BMS and EMS are monitored and that systems are working per design and procedure.How to ApplyKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete work requests, maintenance projects, and operational assignments with minimal supervision.
• Review work requests and escalate issues when appropriate.
• Be proficient in the operation of automation systems (EMS, BMS, and standalone PLCs) and understand the sequences required for proper operation.
• Understand the sequence of operations when starting/stopping building systems.
• Work effectively with cross-departmental stakeholders to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
• Train and ensure the operational proficiency of the facilities operations team.
• Oversee planning and execution of critical site projects, coordinating with subcontractor PMs to ensure compliance with safety, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Conduct regular meetings with team members to address goals and concerns.
• Coordinate with the reliability engineering department for preventive and predictive maintenance planning.
• Coordinate with Planning and Scheduling to ensure efficient task execution by facilities operations personnel.
• Assist the facilities engineering team on eCRs and SOP-0666a forms.
• Follow and understand SOPs & WIs when executing work safely.
• Monitor systems and respond to alarms.
• Apply GEP (Good Engineering Practice) to troubleshoot facility, equipment, or system issues.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities on a rotating basis for off-hour emergencies.
• Maintain proper housekeeping practices and a safe work environment.
• Comply with OSHA Safety Policies, regulations, and site procedures.
• Ensure 100% compliance with assigned training curriculum.
• Provide leadership on routine and non-routine maintenance activities.
• Execute root-cause analysis and make recommendations.
• Adhere to GMP by ensuring work order logs and documentation are completed accurately.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Manufacturing and Quality.
• Possess working knowledge of power and hand tools.
• Ability to read system and engineering drawings (P&IDs).IDEAL CANDIDATES:
• Demonstrate planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead by influence.
• Foster change and innovation, seeking solutions that strengthen quality, value, service, and effectiveness.
• Demonstrate business acumen and agility.
• Accountable for results, translating goals/objectives into actionable plans.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Responsive to change and adapts quickly to changing circumstances.
• Model collaboration and commitment to team success.
• Demonstrates operational excellence and seeks better ways to accomplish tasks.
• Exhibits effective self-management and improvement-seeking behavior.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
• Hands-on experience with electrical, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment maintenance and operations.
• Experience with operating BMS and CMMS.
• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Equipment, general GxP, and applicable regulations including OSHA.
• Experience with Job Hazard Analysis and Lock out Tag out.
• Physical abilities include lifting objects up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and climbing steps and ladders as required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage through influence.
• Knowledge of facility-related engineering disciplines (MEP) in GMP manufacturing environments.
• Ability to navigate and succeed in a fast-paced, highly matrixed work environment.
• A desire to be part of a highly innovative company aimed at transforming lives.
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