Mechanic II

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Grifols Diagnostic Solutions is seeking a Mechanic II in San Diego, CA. Mechanic II will be responsible for the completion of maintenance and general support of on-site equipment and systems. Conducts repetitive, predictive, condition based, reactive maintenance and troubleshooting of cGMP production equipment, QC equipment, and R&D equipment. The position works closely with equipment owners, external vendors, and other departments to ensure instrumentation is maintained per defined procedures, schedules, and in compliance with regulatory standards. This position is required to be available for overtime and on-call work. Depending on the area of assignment, may be required to work various shifts including first, second, third, or weekend shifts. 

 

Primary responsibilities for role:

•     Conducts general preventive maintenance according to SOPs/work instructions and performs planned and unplanned repairs as necessary.

•     Responds within given timeframe to service requests from equipment owners, communicates status updates, and documents in work order summary.

•     Utilizes SAP and Maximo Computerized Maintenance Management System to track and document all maintenance activities.

•     Works in partnership with Maintenance, Calibration and Engineering team members, Manufacturing, and other internal/external customers to ensure equipment is maintained per defined procedures and schedule.

•     Reviews Safety Job Hazard Analysis and follows all safety protocols when executing maintenance activities including Lockout Tagout.

•     Follows established SOPs, policies, safety and environmental guidelines, and procedures for all work performed. Immediately reports safety and environmental incidents including injuries, illnesses, near misses, and safety suggestions.

•     Depending on area of assignment may be required to work on-shift including first (day), second (swing), third (grave), and weekend shifts. 

•     Supports Manufacturing tasks as needed on shift (e.g. Filling, Packaging).

 

Additional responsibilities:

•     Responsible for executing maintenance activities across multiple buildings and processes.
•     Performs medium complexity repairs and preventive maintenance independently. More complex repair and/or adjustments to manufacturing equipment with supervision.
•     Collaborates with department teams to complete specialized maintenance and equipment projects including equipment improvements and upgrades.
•     Assists in coordination and scheduling of maintenance activities with equipment owners and external calibration vendors.
•     Identifies process improvement opportunities from day to day work to reduce non-value added paperwork and activities.  
•     Successfully completes training and passes qualifications and demonstrates an ability to independently perform equipment monitoring and operational checks on manufacturing equipment.
•     Recommends solutions to reoccurring issues, identifies process improvement opportunities, and partners with Engineering to implement solutions.
•     Interfaces with external vendors for troubleshooting, pick-up/drop-off of equipment for repair.
•     Learns and completes GMP and other controlled documentation.
•     Supports maintenance repair spare parts inventory management including adding new spare parts and performing inventory cycle counts.
•     Assists with training of entry level maintenance mechanics on the team.

 

Knowledge , skills, and abilities:

•    Good communication skills, both written and oral.
•    Prompt, consistent, and orderly work habits.
•    Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings and electrical schematics.
•    Overall knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, refrigeration, steam, electrical systems, controls, and maintenance methods. Specializing in at least one.
•    Ability to learn good manufacturing practices and follow established procedures and regulations.
•    Ability to work independently and complete assigned activities on time per the production schedule.
•    Troubleshooting skills on various mechanical/electrical equipment and systems.
•    Strong organizational skills and time management skills.
•    Ability to use Microsoft based platforms and/or company Intranet and e-mail.
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