Facilities Technician I

About Celldex Celldex is pioneering new horizons in immunology to deliver life-changing therapies. We are relentless in our pursuit of novel antibody-based treatments that engage the human immune system and directly affect critical pathways to improve the lives of patients with allergic, inflammatory and autoimmune disorders. We have built a culture where innovative and talented people thrive—focusing a significant effort on attracting and retaining passionate and motivated employees who want to play a role in helping people with serious health conditions and who see this effort as personally rewarding. In our highly entrepreneurial environment, employees are empowered and the opportunity for professional development occurs every day. Overview The Facility Technician supports Celldex’s Fall River operations by performing maintenance on equipment within a GxP and general research facility. This facility consists of research, quality control, pre-clinical and analytical development laboratories, a GMP clinical manufacturing facility, warehouse, and office space. The technician will prioritize the workload around departmental schedules in order to complete required preventative and routine maintenance activities. Responsibilities Perform morning and evening daily rounds. Perform maintenance and/or repair in both GxP and non-GxP environments on process equipment such as autoclaves, glass washers, HVAC, steam boiler, standby generators, purified water systems and temperature control units Perform general facility maintenance, i.e., basic carpentry, drywall repair, painting, replacing ceiling tiles, office furniture repair/installation Troubleshoot and repair utility, process and mechanical equipment Complete logbooks, equipment specific forms and work-orders consistently and accurately, while maintaining organized documentation files. Assist senior level technicians. Operate Building Management System (BMS) and provide after hours call-back for alarm coverage Support contract cleaning of the Fall River facility Perform any additional job-related duties as assigned Qualifications High School Grad. 0-3 years, experience performing general plant maintenance a plus. GMP Experience is a plus. Some working knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, electrical systems and associated instrumentation. (Ability to read and understand blueprints and wiring diagrams a plus.) General word processing ability including Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to work following standard operating procedures, SOP’s. The ability to work independently within a team environment. Must be detailed orientated. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work after hours when necessary. The ability to perform manual labor, work in enclosed areas, and operate both power and manual tools. Strong written and interpersonal skills Physical Requirements: Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The ability to work on a ladder. Compensation Statement The expected base salary for this position is: $42350.00 to $55000.00. We are committed to compensating employees equitably based on several factors including experience, education, licensure/certifications, skill level, location of the position, and availability of similar talent in a competitive market. Compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary bonus, long term incentive, 401(K) plan with employer contribution, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of our benefits can be found on our careers page Celldex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that strives to foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to promoting a diverse environment through development, recruiting and community outreach. #J-18808-Ljbffr Celldex Therapeutics, Inc.