Maintenance Mechanic

Introduction to role:

This position is responsible for multi-craft maintenance activities in assigned functional areas to ensure production and/or facility equipment, assets, and systems operate efficiently and in compliance with Regulatory and site requirements. The functional areas within the site include Utilities, Warehouse, and Facilities.

At the Newark Supply Site, we are proud to be a fixture in the Delaware community for over 50 years. During that time, Newark has undergone many product portfolio changes. Today, the Newark Site serves as a valuable part of the AstraZeneca Supply Chain as a packaging facility, manufacturing operation, and US distribution center. Every day, our growing team of over 400 employees make direct contributions to delivering life-saving medications to patients across the globe. Together, we work hard to deliver medicines to patients, but we also take time to have fun and celebrate our accomplishments. From catered site festivities, community outreach and volunteering, environmental and wellness showcases, and more, we take time to celebrate our vibrant workplace.

We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration and demonstrating our commitment to life-learning by offering ongoing skill building and training for our staff. Fueled by our aspiration to be the “Fastest End-to-End Site in Pharma” and deliver life-changing medications to our patients, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations. When you join, you can look forward to experiencing our great AZ benefits packages, on-site fitness center, on-site dining center, tuition reimbursement programs, opportunities for growth and development, and more!

Shift: Monday – Thursday, 3:30 pm to 2:00 am

Accountabilities:

• Perform Preventive and Predictive Maintenance on equipment in assigned areas.
• Use troubleshooting skills to recognize system and equipment problems, identify root cause, and recommend/implement solutions that prevent reoccurrence.
• Perform mechanical and electrical equipment repairs in assigned areas.
• Collaborate with Supervisors, Operators, Engineers, and peers to identify and implement continuous improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional teams as assigned to support continuous improvement or equipment installation/modification.
• Provide training/coaching as needed to other mechanics and operators.
• Perform and document work in compliance with SOP’s, Safety Health & Environment (SHE) standards and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP’s) including work orders, logbooks, and permits.
• Respond to multiple equipment/production problems and prioritize or change assignments as needed to meet production demands.
• Must be able to work or be on-call as needed during other/off shifts and weekends when facility, production and/or equipment maintenance coverage is needed.
• Support installation and qualification of new equipment and systems.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• High School Diploma
• 5+ years’ experience in a pharmaceutical production environment OR 8+ years as maintenance mechanic in a production environment
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment to maintain a pharmaceutical production plant.
• Ability to understand and mitigate safety hazards i.e., LOTO, line breaking, hot work, etc.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Able to interpret PID’s, electrical schematics, and architectural drawings.
• Completion of a state accredited Journeyman, technical school program, or equivalent formal education and field experience, demonstrating commensurate proficiency in at least 2 of the following areas:
  • Mechanical maintenance of production equipment
  • Utility systems maintenance and repair
  • Electrical Maintenance
  • Instrumentation and Controls
  • Mechanical Fabrication/Machine Shop

Desirable Skills/Experience:

- AAS in an Engineering Technology

- Understanding and operational familiarity with PC/PLC control systems.

- Pharmaceutical/CGMP maintenance training and experience

- Facilities and utilities equipment maintenance experience including HVAC, boilers, air compressors, purified water, and electrical distribution systems.

- Material Handling equipment maintenance experience including automated cranes, conveyers, sorting systems, and forklifts.

- General Reliability and asset management knowledge

- Competent in SAP

At AstraZeneca, you will find a strong connection to the patient. It's what drives us every day. We are united behind one mission: finding the best solution to put our patients first. Play a critical role in making this happen by delivering our innovative medicines all the way until they reach our patients. With constant new products and launches, there's never been a better time to join us. Our resilience helps us thrive as we innovate and evolve. We foster an encouraging environment where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. If you are driven, take smart risks, and are able to act quickly, then this is the place for you.

Ready to make a big impact? Apply now!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.