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Maintenance and Reliability Technician

Employer
Novartis Gene Therapies
Location
Libertyville, IL, US
Start date
Aug 17, 2019

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Discipline
Quality, Quality Assurance
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
BioMidwest
Overview

Ready to join a team committed to moving gene therapies into the clinical and commercial settings for patients and families devastated by rare neurological genetic diseases? AveXis is advancing cutting-edge science to treat rare and life-threatening genetic diseases starting with our clinical-stage, proprietary gene therapy candidate, AVXS-101 (ZOLGENSMA®). We are in the midst of an incredible journey and are looking for passionate individuals to join us on this important mission.

AveXis, Inc., a Novartis Company , is a clinical-stage gene therapy company, dedicated to developing and commercializing novel treatments for patients suffering from rare and life-threatening neurological genetic diseases. Our initial product candidate, AVXS-101, is our proprietary gene therapy product candidate currently in development for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy, or SMA, Type 1, the leading genetic cause of infant mortality, and for the treatment of SMA Type 2. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, has granted AVXS-101 Orphan Drug Designation for the treatment of all types of SMA and Breakthrough Therapy Designation, as well as Fast Track Designation for the treatment of SMA Type 1. In addition to developing AVXS-101 to treat SMA Type 1 and Type 2, we also plan to develop other novel treatments for rare neurological diseases, including Rett syndrome (RTT) and a genetic form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) caused by mutations in the superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) gene.

AveXis is seeking a Maintenance and Reliability Technician to perform all maintenance functions on production and facilities equipment for our Manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include routine inspection and repair or replacement of defective or faulty parts on machines and related equipment. All work to be performed ensuring good workmanship with minimum delay.

Responsibilities

  • Support the safe and effective operation of the plant and the facility.
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment and utility systems.
  • Scope, plan, and execute repairs to and installation of plant machinery.
  • Coordinate with site departments daily appropriate course of action to maximize uptime and quality performance of respective area.
  • Operate machinery for purposes of training, troubleshooting, or as needed to support production activities.
  • Initiate and participate in documented troubleshooting studies on equipment to outline opportunities for improvements.
  • Document clear problem description, symptom, root cause and solution.
  • Proven reasoning, troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills.
  • Use shop equipment to repair or modify parts and equipment.
  • Knowledge of, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair:


AC and DC Motors & Drives Breakers and Fuses

Pressure and Flow Controls Pressure Transducers/Switches

Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems Cylinders

Filtration Systems Dampers

Valves Pumps

Drive Systems Piping Systems

Pumps Fans

Compressors Fire Protection Systems

Qualifications

  • Proficient in using personal computers and a working knowledge of software such as MS Excel and Word.
  • Ability to analyze, investigate and help solve equipment technical issues.
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Must be flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Ability to work with very minimum supervision.
  • Must be proactive.
  • Must have a good attitude regarding safety and lock out procedures.
  • Technical school education in the areas of Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology or 6+ years equivalent education/experience.
  • Proven experience in machine maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
  • Good understanding of GMPs with experience in pharmaceutical environment.
  • Read and understand mechanical and assembly drawings, hydraulic/pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
  • Read and understand P&ID (Piping & Instrumentation Diagram).
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.


The level of this position will be based on the final candidate's qualifications.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AveXis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, sexual orientation or veteran status.

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