Maintenance Technician I

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Maintenance Technician I

Lets do this. Lets change the this vital role you will be responsible for performing installation troubleshooting maintenance repair testing and documentation/logs of a wide variety of office utility and facility equipment used in manufacturing utility plants analytical labs and office areas of a Fill Finish Drug Product Plant in our Headquarters in Thousand Oaks CA.

• Perform installation troubleshooting maintenance repair testing and documentation/logs of process and utility equipment.

• Carry out operations maintenance and repair activities on utility equipment and systems that provide support for Manufacturing Lab and various building operations.

• Specific plant systems include steam chilled water compressed air and heating hot water.

• Specific Manufacturing and Lab utility systems include clean steam water for injection (WFI) process cooling water process air process gases HVAC systems walk-in cold rooms and freezers.

• Perform routine inspections testing preventive maintenance basic equipment repairs and similar tasks with appropriate guidance and in accordance with procedures.

• Complete quality and safety documentation and finish work in a safe compliant and timely manner according to planning and predefined schedules minimizing impact to production while complying with GMPs SOPs and Amgen policies and regulations.

• Work efficiently and productively to maximize the number of activities completed with a focus on maintenance excellence.

• Ensure that work is communicated appropriately to key stakeholders.

• Ensure accurate completion of work order documentation within computerized systems.

• Review maintenance reports forms plans and records.

• Identify waste workflow interrupters and other opportunities for improvement; communicate observations to the appropriate team members.

• Identify opportunities to learn new skills and actively participate in development to improve overall team performance.

• Provide facility and manufacturing support as needed this may include working outside of normal hours including nights weekends and holidays.

• Support the maintenance operation and repair of all systems subsystems and equipment within the Amgen Fill / Finish facility.

• Support engineering and operations during installation testing operation and maintenance activities for Fill Finish manufacturing and support equipment.
  

We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Associates degree
OR

High school/GED 1 year of utility operations military experience

work or military experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of pneumatic mechanical hydraulic or refrigeration systems.

• Willingness to learn manufacturing laboratory and utility equipment such as lyophilizers autoclaves fill machines and cold rooms HVAC Water Systems etc.

• Ability to perform general labor duties as needed and may be asked to work in various physical locations.

• Knowledge and experience within a cGMP or other highly regulated environment.

• Ability to learn and accurately document maintenance work orders in a computerized maintenance management system.

• Ability to learn how to read and interpret technical documents such as equipment manuals drawings and P&IDs.

• Ability to follow direction ask questions when needed and complete assigned tasks safely and accurately.

• Ability to effectively communicate issues and status of tasks in a timely manner both orally and written

• Ability to interact constructively with peers/teams.
  

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture well support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant skills experience and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan based on eligibility comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals work/life balance and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions group medical dental and vision coverage life and disability insurance and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program or for field sales representatives a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

In any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse ethical committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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