MFG Instrumentation Technician

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Our Clinical Supply Operations is responsible for the supply of drug product administered to patients in clinical studies worldwide. In Global Product Development and Supply the team works closely with our partners to deliver quality products safely, efficiently and on time while operationalizing the innovative technologies that will deliver the transformative medicines of tomorrow. As a member of our team, you will get the chance to play a pivotal role to positively impact patients’ lives while developing professionally to achieve your own career goals.

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Permanent Position – MFG Instrumentation Technician – 54I– CSO

Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM EST          

Site: New Brunswick, NJ

Bldg: #81 (Non-excluded)

Rate: $49.17 / hour

JOB FUNCTION:

• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, upgrades and installs all electrical and instrumentation components, equipment and systems related to NBR R&D Manufacturing facilities.
• Applies knowledge and experience in electrical and instrumentation systems of pharmaceutical related building systems and associated process equipment. This includes, but is not limited to, repairs & maintenance of all types of process equipment (glass lined vessels, dryers (conical & filter), filters, centrifuges), fluid bed processers, high shear granulators, lyophilizers, autoclaves, water for injection stills, waste neutralization systems pumps, motors, heat exchangers, coils, fans, strainers, traps, boilers, chillers, vacuum systems, etc.
• Maintains knowledge of and compliance with all applicable codes and regulations as required.
• Obtains and keeps current all required licensing and certifications associated with the job.
• Plan and layout work details in the assembly, installation, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical apparatus, control equipment and wiring used in industrial light and power distribution systems including equipment such as generating equipment, panels, automatic switches, complex circuit breaking units, transformer units, substations and alarms.
• Work from and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, sketches, ladder diagrams and verbal instructions.
• Ability to perform intricate repair, replacement and adjustment (including calibration) on industrial automation and process control instrumentation and devices. This includes, but is not limited to, indicating, recording, testing and controlling instruments used principally on or in conjunction with manufacturing, development or testing equipment to denote and regulate temperatures, pressures, pH, flows, liquid levels, light source measurement and other similar factors. Replace or service such equipment as transmitters, switches, thermostats, flow meters, spectrophotometers, thermometers and others based on electronic or pneumatic operating principles.
• Diagnose instrument troubles utilizing diagnostic equipment, meters and tools to determine whether an instrument is to be repaired, adjusted or returned to the manufacturer.
• Install or direct the installation of new instruments and check their operation by assisting in full loop check out procedures.
• Instruct equipment operators in the care and use of the various instruments.
• Assist in providing substitute equipment while the regular equipment is out of order.
• Instruct, advise and work with others as required in performing ordinary inspection, repair and service work.
• Maintain a variety of scales and balances, checking calibration, making necessary adjustments and repairs, replacing parts, etc.
• Perform other duties of an equal or lesser nature including, but not limited to, the preparation of routine inspection reports, making simple calculations and handling of related paperwork as required.
• Possesses experience and training in reactive, preventive and predictive maintenance in the areas of electrical, instrumentation, calibration, and scales with journeyman status in at least one. Those with Journeyman status shall be considered to retain Journeyman status within their trade.
• Documents clearly, all work performed on the CMMS system work orders. Complete all other work associated with the assignment by working cooperatively with other trades.
• Responsibilities include maintaining documentation in and associated with the CMMS, facilities and equipment under strict compliance t OSHA, GDP, GLP, cGMP, federal, state and local regulations.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Proficient with MS Office applications
• Knowledge of maintenance activities and familiarity with a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), preferably Maximo.
• Ability to prioritize and support multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and make independent decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Safety culture
• Ability to work well with co-workers and outside contractors
• Knowledgeable in Instrumentation and Calibration
• Working from heights

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years relevant facilities and maintenance experience within pharmaceutical industry manufacturing
• Experience utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS / Maximo), SharePoint, Outlook, Microsoft Office tools

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• HS diploma
• Journeyman papers in a trade and/or 5 years in relevant pharmaceutical facilities and maintenance experience in lieu of journeyman papers

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $49.17 per hour, however, pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the employee’s work schedule, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. The MFG Instrumentation Technician position will be covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Bristol Myers Squibb and the Allied Industrial & Service Workers International Union.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our career site may vary based on job, location and any collective bargaining agreements in place. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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