Maintenance Planner I

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton NC sits on 825000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment and houses the Fermentation Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisks innovative oral products. At API youll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

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 14weeks 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

Based on assigned area of accountability will be required to either assist with all elements of developing a reliability-centered maintenance organization related to expansion project or if supporting a fully operational area will be required to reduce the time for technicians to perform maintenance work by anticipating planning & coordinating maintenance jobs & projects.

Relationships

Reports to (Senior) Manager.

Essential Functions

• Maintain SAP master data & maintenance plans for assigned processes
• Prepare PM work packages for maintenance technicians to include required documents parts & specialized tools
• Process confirmation of preventive maintenance (PMs)
• Work with logistics & operations to schedule planned maintenance activities
• Evaluate the effectiveness of preventive maintenance tasks & frequencies
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance tactics & strategies
• Participate in work order reviews to identify recurring failures
• Document review to include Non-Conformity (NC) support Change Request (CR) support & SOP review
• Support reliability team response activities for assigned process(es) to include documenting identified problems & working to provide quick resolution
• Participate in plant Closedown Team planning & execution
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities 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 drivers license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• May consider an Associates degree from an accredited university with a minimum of one (1) year of experience in maintenance/engineering field or equivalent military/industrial training required
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in maintenance/engineering field or equivalent military/industrial training required preferably in a pharmaceutical environment
• Knowledgeable in at least one of the following systems/utilities required: HVAC aseptic processes automated assembly automated packaging compressed air steam chilled water pharmaceutical utilities fermentation sterilization water purification preferred
• Working knowledge of mechanical electrical and/or control systems preferred
• Excellent maintenance craft skills preferred
• Knowledgeable in fundamentals of cLEAN and/or reliability excellence preferred
• Computer Literacy: Excellent computer skills to include SAP & Microsoft applications (Excel PowerPoint Word) required
• Ability to demonstrate a systematic approach to problem solving & troubleshooting preferred
• Attention to detail ability to think critically & sequentially with proven time management skills preferred
• Demonstrable experience with the planning of maintenance activities preferred
• Excellent communication skills preferred

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk were not chasing quick fixes were creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years weve been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of whats possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives seek out bold ideas and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together were making healthcare more accessible treating and defeating diseases and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us you become part of something bigger a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.

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