Job Description

Job Description

Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every single day, we seek to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work.

Kite, Santa Monica is seeking a Maintenance Technician II responsible for performing repairs, installation, troubleshooting, and documentation for all equipment used in clinical manufacturing, R D research labs, utilities, HVAC Systems, and core and shell facilities maintenance. Maintenance Technician II is expected to complete all work assigned while complying with cGMP, Kite Global and site-specific procedures.

This position is open for Third Shift - 10 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.

Responsibilities:

• Attend SQDIP meetings, completing work orders/work requests.
• Accurately document completed work according to the cGMP regulations and work order management system guidelines.
• Troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems, pneumatic systems, air handling units, vacuum pumps, air compressors, cooling towers and various utility support equipment.
• Support with maintaining LN2 Cryo Tanks/ Incubators and various Freezers used in research labs.
• Understand and work with EMS/BMS platforms.
• Troubleshoot industrial electrical systems, motor controls and motor installations.
• Start and direct the implementation of small improvement projects.
• Understand and interpret reports from predictive technologies like Vibration analysis of motors Infra-Red Thermography of electrical systems.
• Work in different shifts and provide after-hours, holidays and weekend support.
• Review and close NCR’s to maintain compliance above the goal.
• Work with planner to assure scheduled time slots for work as appropriate and work plans are applicable to the equipment. Work with planner/scheduler to update work plans and spare parts as updates are needed.
• Responsible to inform scheduler of any scheduled work that cannot be completed during scheduled time frame and work out a reschedule along with communication to planning/scheduling team including management.
• Attend and participate all requested meetings.
• Participate in Kite safety programs along with developing any required JHA’s or assessments which includes promoting Sphera submissions within the group.
• Escort, oversee and coordinate outside contractor activities.
• Perform all maintenance tasks in compliance with regulatory agencies FDA, OSHA, EPA, AQMD, etc.
• Maintain GxPLearn Training at 100 % completion rate.
• Maintain all areas of responsibility Audit ready and participate in addressing findings.
• Assist Engineering group with achieving project milestones.
• Support other F/E functional teams to ensure efficient and smooth Facility operations.
• Plan and schedule own work activities with operations staff to minimize impact to production activities.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree OR
• Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years’ experience OR
• AA Degree and 4+ years’ experience OR
• High School Degree and 5+ years’ experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of pneumatic, mechanical and automation.
• Experience in customer service, client satisfaction and well-rounded with written and verbal communication.
• Experience with interpreting and writing related to document maintenance operations.
• 5+ years’ experience working in ISO classified rooms in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience on Work management Systems: Blue Mountain, Maximo.
• Experience with Building/ Equipment Monitoring Systems: Desigo CC/Siemens.
• Proficient with reviewing and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
• Advanced computer skills, Microsoft Office Applications.
• Experience collaborating and coordinating with higher level outside resources.
• Yellow belt certification.

The salary range for this position is: $81,940.00 - $106,040.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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