Facilities Mechanic

The Facilities Mechanic is responsible for supporting the overall facilities operation in this GMP manufacturer of Phase I/II bulk biologics

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.

Shift: Thursday-Saturday and every other Wednesday 6pm-6am

The role:

• Operates and maintains utility systems – HVAC, clean steam generator, chiller, usp-water/DI water skids, plant steam boilers, air compressors
• Assists management writing operational protocol(s) and preventive maintenance and calibration
• Accurately completes/maintains all equipment logbooks and maintenance records
• Routinely troubleshoots/repairs laboratory and manufacturing equipment such as: Fermenters, pumps, filtration skids, freezers, etc.
• Participates in facility expansion, validation
• Recommends parts/supply purchases for equipment within the manufacturing/lab areas
• Works closely with manufacturing/lab staff to troubleshoot and repair equipment problems

The candidate:

• High School Diploma
• 3+ years’ related experience (hospital, food, chemicals, biologics manufacturing, maintenance)
• Has basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing/R&D facility, supporting the GMP production of Phase I/II bulk Biologics
• Must obtain Grade 3 Stationary Engineer’s License within the first year of service
• Good mechanical ability for equipment troubleshooting and repair
• Experience in working in an FDA regulated, cleanroom environment that requires full gowning (Tyvek coverall, gloves, hair cover, shoe covers)

The anticipated salary range for this position in Maryland is $65,000 - $85,000 plus shift differential and annual bonus, when eligible.  The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Why you should join Catalent:

• Competitive medical benefits and 401K
• 152 hours PTO + 8 Paid Holidays
• Dynamic, fast-paced work environment
• Opportunity to work on Continuous Improvement Processes

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!  Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. 

personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the applicati