Master Maintenance Technician

Published on: May 9, 2024

Country: United States

Location: Stillwater

Company: DiaSorin Inc

Job Category: Operations

Employment type: Regular Full Time

Req ID: 6205

Diasorin is a global leader in diagnostic solutions, pushing the boundaries of science and technology to create cutting-edge tools that improve healthcare worldwide. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, we've earned our reputation for excellence by developing innovative diagnostic assays and instruments that are trusted by healthcare providers around the world.

Our broad offering of diagnostic tests and Licensed Technology solutions, made available thanks to ongoing investments in research, positions us as the player with the widest range of specialty solutions in the sector and identifies us as the "Diagnostics Specialist."

Why Join Diasorin?

Impactful Work: When you join Diasorin, you become part of a team that's dedicated to improving lives. Your contributions will directly impact patient care, making a meaningful difference in the world.

Global Reach & Innovation: Our work transcends borders. Joining Diasorin means collaborating with colleagues from all over the world, expanding your horizons, and contributing to global healthcare solutions at the forefront of the diagnostic industry.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture: We believe in the strength of diversity, and our inclusive culture reflects this commitment. We value your unique perspective and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.

Join Our Team: If you're passionate about innovation, diversity, and making a positive impact on healthcare, Diasorin is the place for you. We're looking for passionate and talented individuals who are ready to embrace new challenges and drive healthcare solutions forward.

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of diagnostics? Join Diasorin and become a catalyst for change in the world of healthcare. Apply today and be a part of our exciting journey toward a healthier, more connected world. Together, we can make an impact!

Job Title: Master Maintenance Technician

Location: Stillwater, MN

Job Scope

This position is responsible for conducting preventative maintenance, calibration and repair of facility HVAC and mechanical systems, purified water systems, various types of production equipment, electrical, and refrigeration systems resulting in minimal downtime and operational costs to the company. Provide ongoing support for manufacturing processes and personnel. Serve as on-call support for and response to after-hours emergencies and alarms..

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance, repair, and calibration necessary to result in facilities and production equipment that is in good working condition, in accordance with corporate policies and in compliance with GMP and the DiaSorin Quality Policy.
Develop and implement operating, inspection and preventative maintenance procedures for equipment to assure compliance with GMP, FDA, OSHA, ISO, or other established guidelines.

Schedule and perform necessary preventative maintenance, calibration and repair of production equipment and mechanical, refrigeration and electrical systems to meet specifications where established.

Assist and perform routine sanitization of the Purified Water Systems and associated components to assure maximum quality, compliance with USP standards, and minimal disruption to users.

Maintain records of preventative maintenance in accordance with DiaSorin policies.

Coordinate servicing of equipment with outside vendors where necessary and monitor their compliance with established corporate policies and guidelines.

Understand and utilize documentation protocols, and accurately and legibly complete all documentation on time to result in a product/process history consistent with GMP requirements and the DiaSorin Quality Policy.

Understand and apply appropriate procedures pertaining to the work to be performed.

Understand and accurately complete documents to include preventative maintenance system work requests, equipment maintenance files, and engineering project log file.

Route, handle and/or store completed documentation appropriate for the work completed.

Initiate Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Nonconformance Reports (NCR) and Deviations, as applicable.

Follow DiaSorin established compliance procedures designed to ensure that all regulatory requirements are met. Activities may include audits, documentation, and the understanding of the requirements of agencies such as ISO, OSHA, EPA, NRC, and FDA.
Perform work in a safe manner consistent with DiaSorin’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies. Assume responsibility for personal safety and that of co-workers to result in a safe work environment for all employees and the protection of the environment and the community at large.
Follow DiaSorin’s established policies and procedures for the safe handling and disposal of hazardous and infectious material.
Participate in DiaSorin’s safety training programs and demonstrate competency in the use of Material Safety Data Sheets, chemical labeling, corporate emergency response procedures, and DiaSorin’s Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.
Be aware of and understand the hazards specific to the work area and follow appropriate safety precautions necessary to control them.

Participate in training and educational endeavors designed to develop a highly skilled workforce capable of delivering results consistent with corporate goals and objectives.
- Participate in the development and delivery of internal training programs where required.
- Perform and assist in training of personnel in equipment operation and processes where required.
- Participate in formal and informal training required to increase skills to meet work expectations.

Perform and assist in identifying specifications, sourcing, installation, and validation of new, used, and modified facilities and production equipment to ensure it meets appropriate requirements.
- Identify, evaluate and recommend value added capital expenditures which result in cost reduction and/or quality improvements to facilities, production equipment, and processes.
- Identify engineering specifications and make recommendations for process and equipment modifications.
- Perform as liaison between DiaSorin and outside vendors / contractors when required.
- Perform and assist in writing validation and operating procedures for equipment and processes.
- Perform and assist with installation (IQ), operation (OQ), and performance (PQ) qualifications where required.
- Perform and assist in writing final reports for the validation process.
- Provide ongoing troubleshooting services and support for production equipment and/or processes.

Provide after-hours support for various facility and manufacturing related events.
- When necessary, respond in a timely and appropriate manner to various alarm events generated by the Facility DDC System, Card Access System, or Supervisory System monitored points.
- Perform and assist in routine testing of the various alarm monitoring devices and systems.
- Perform as liaison between DiaSorin and other building tenants when required.

Other duties may be assigned based upon departmental or DiaSorin business needs.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

High School plus 2 years vocational / technical school certification or equivalent in the areas of refrigeration, electrical, electronic, or Electro-mechanical technologies
10 years of physical plant, industrial, and / or production equipment maintenance
Drivers License in good standing
Boiler engineer license or ability to secure within 6 months of hire
Knowledge of and demonstrated skill in working on basic electrical, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and HVAC systems
Knowledge of and demonstrated skill in the basic operation and maintenance of High Purity Water Systems
Strong multi-tasking capabilities
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to a changing environment and work load
Knowledge of and demonstrated skill in safe operations of both hot water and steam boilers
Demonstrated problem solving ability such as the ability to diagnose problems by separating essential from non-essential variables
Knowledge of and basic skill in using Microsoft Word and Excel. Familiarity with Google Suite
Knowledge of a Capital Expenditure Request process such as writing the justification for the purchase of a new piece of equipment
Advanced knowledge of the operation of Building Automation Systems (BAS)

What we offer

Receive a competitive salary and benefits package as you grow your career at Diasorin. Join our team and discover how your work can impact the lives of people all over the world.

Diasorin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and Canada and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Diasorin is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are a US or Canada candidate and require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact the North America Talent Acquisition Team at hrtalent@diasorin.com or 1-800-328-1482 to request an accommodation.

The above job description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions, and set forth the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Diasorin reserves the right to modify or amend this job posting as needed to comply with local laws and regulations.

Please note that offers of employment at Diasorin may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

This position is not eligible for partnership with a third-party search firm vendor without expressed, written consent from the Diasorin Human Resources Department.