Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Purpose and Scope

Under direct supervision, support overall maintenance for Tolmar Facilities. The apprenticeship will have rotations in each of the sub-departments of maintenance: site services; calibration; facilities maintenance; and production maintenance. This position is responsible for assisting with monitoring and maintaining the facilities and utility systems as well as equipment for laboratory and manufacturing client groups.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, the Apprentice will:

• Assist with maintenance operations and troubleshooting on production, facility/utility equipment and Tolmar buildings as well as supporting engineering projects
• Assist technicians in performing repairs and preventative maintenance activities, as well as instrument calibrations on equipment and or facilities.
• Perform assigned work orders and enter all data into the work order system in a timely manner.
• Complete all work in accordance with CFRs, cGMPs, SOPs, and Tolmar policies.
• Perform various housekeeping duties (work areas, equipment and mechanical spaces).
• Process purchase requisitions and order preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance parts and accessories as required.
• Maintain cGMP Training as assigned.
• Assist with moving and assembly of office furniture, conference room setup, etc.
• Support basic facility maintenance and repairs such as plumbing, lighting and painting.
• Assist technicians in maintaining spare parts inventory for equipment.
• Identify and complete a continuous improvement project within the maintenance department.
• Assist with Quality Event investigations and company audits.
• Participate in required annual hazardous waste training. Hazardous waste involvement may include but is not limited to the handling of universal waste such as spent fluorescent tubes, spent filters, batteries, and used oil. Respond to spills per the Chemical Spill Procedure.
• Perform facility maintenance and repairs (pest control inspections, site inspections, etc.).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Good communication skills
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Computer proficiency, including the ability to use Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work well with employees and outside contractors.
• Growing in ability to work independently.

Core Values

• This position is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:

  • Center on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients. We are committed to treating our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together.
  • Are Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
  • Act Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
  • Constantly Improve: We are committed to a collaborative & proactive effort to improve our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency & improving quality.
  • Are Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don’t compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.

education & experience

• Pursuing High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas preferred but not required: HVAC, Purified/DI Water, steam systems, hot water systems, Clean Utilities (clean steam, Water for Injection, etc.), manufacturing equipment, electrical systems, plumbing systems.

Other requirements

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, squat, kneel and lift a minimum of 50lbs.

Working Conditions

• Shift work in office, outdoors, mechanical rooms, manufacturing, and warehouse environment.
• Gowning to Tolmar Standard Operating Procedure requirements includes hairnet, shoe covers, lab jacket, face mask, nitrile or latex gloves, beard cover (if appropriate), safety glasses, steel toed shoes, Tyvek coveralls in addition to Tolmar aseptic gowning requirements (clean room scrubs).

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $17.25 per hour
• Hours are negotiable due to full-time student status of the apprentice. Minimum of 20 hours per week required. No more than 40 hours per week.
• Benefits summary: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits
  • Please note this role is benefit eligible when working full time hours.

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.