Senior Maintenance Tech

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Job Description

We are currently seeking a Sr. Maintenance Technician at our El Segundo, CA facility.

Responsibilities:

• Perform monitoring of all BMS systems to ensure the facilities, equipment and environmental systems are within specified ranges and operating systems are functioning properly. Observes deviations from systems specifications and works with Facilities staff to correct or resolve these discrepancies. May assist in calibrating and fine-tuning controls.
• Must exhibit high proficiency with the Building Management System and its controls.
• Assists in tuning existing PID loop controllers and develops and implements control schemes and control techniques.
• Perform and exhibit high proficiency in routine maintenance tasks including HVAC, electrical and plumbing repairs, painting, office furniture installation, general building repairs, cleaning, building exteriors and other as assigned.
• Perform, organize and create preventative maintenance tasks while supporting maintenance and operational work orders and assignments.
• Maintain accurate records keeping equipment and systems cGMP compliant at all times
• Must be able to work independently and make sound judgments regarding work methods and tools as well as support company, department and personal goals and objectives
• Ensure manufacturing and all labs and lab personnel are supported to meet business needs, including lab gasses, preventive maintenance, equipment service contracts and safety equipment.
• Maintain a safe work environment; work in a safe manner following all safety SOP's and wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• Able to work safely in an environment containing hazardous chemicals, high and low temperature liquids, high pressure liquids and gasses, and moving machinery
• Able to work after hours and on call as needed; weekend shift support and shutdowns
• Able to check and respond to and troubleshoot Equipment Monitoring System & Building Management Systems issues and alarms.
• Ensure maintenance work orders are being completed on time while adhering to operational standards.
• Possesses an elevated mechanical and electrical acumen including HVAC, Purified Water system, facilities utilities, P&ID's, schematics and equipment specifications is a must.
• Possesses an electrical acumen including understanding electrical single line diagrams, wiring diagrams, controls schematics and equipment specifications is a must.
• Have an elevated understanding of operating and testing requirements for equipment and utilities.
• Acts as the point person for the Facilities Maintenance technicians while working closely with the manager to ensure strategy planning, implementations of plans, resolving problems while maintaining production quality.
• Have an understanding of quality systems; Change Control, Deviations, CAPA's, Audits activities, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems required.
• Is accountable to the Maintenance Manager and the team for facilities performance.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• These duties can be delegated to designated deputies of a satisfactory qualification level as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's and 2+ years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor's and 4+ years of relevant experience OR
• Associate and 5+ years of relevant experience OR
• High School Diploma/GED and 6+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Dry Wall/Painting repair experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and comfortable working in a team environment.
• Knowledgeable of commercial manufacturing of pharmaceutical products and Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).

The salary range for this position is: $92,820.00 - $120,120.00. Kite 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.

Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance.

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

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