Operator II/ Senior Operator, Engineering and Maintenance (Manchester, NH)

The job details are as follows:
What We Do
We build on the strength of our research and development expertise and a distinctive, entrepreneurial culture that encourages diversity, innovation, creativity, sustainability, and, simply, fun. Since inception, our mission has been to find a cure for pulmonary arterial hypertension and other life-threatening diseases. Toward this goal we have successfully gained FDA approval for five medicines, we are always conducting new clinical trials, and we are working to create an unlimited supply of manufactured organs for transplantation.
We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation (PBC). Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through (a) the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and (b) technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. At the same time, we seek to provide our shareholders with superior financial performance and our communities with earth-sensitive energy utilization.
Our company was founded by an entrepreneur whose daughter was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. She sought to find treatment options and a cure for her daughter and patients like her. We are founder-led, and relentless in our pursuit of "medicines for life". We continue to research and develop treatments for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, and other orphan diseases.
How you'll contribute
The Operator II, Engineering and Maintenance role is responsible for the proper operation and Maintenance of all facility systems. This position will provide corrective action, basic troubleshooting, and intermediate repairs of equipment such as mechanical (HVAC & plumbing), general facilities infrastructure, life safety, utilities and more within a cGMP manufacturing facility. This role will also assist as needed with the upkeep and repair of manufacturing/lab/processing equipment and support systems.

• Ensure equipment, systems, spaces, and grounds are clean, well kept, operate efficiently & properly, and are cGMP compliant by following set processes & instructions in addition to monitoring and inspecting equipment and facilities. Ensure all facility and production systems are cGMP compliant.
• Complete assigned preventive & corrective maintenance and provide proper documentation of work performed in the computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) in accordance with policies and instructions
• Perform highly effective repairs of all buildings and equipment as required
• Request assistance from more experienced or senior team members as needed to complete work in a safe and effective manner, and aid less experienced or junior team members as requested or tasked
• Adhere to applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs) in order to comply with safety, health & environmental guidelines, and governmental regulations. Use discretion, in the absence of written procedures or instructions, to start and stop equipment to ensure continued operation until necessary corrective action is taken
• Attend, participate in, and complete all assigned training in a timely manner
• Ensure that vendors and contractors are trained in applicable company procedures regarding safety, environment, and health in order to provide effective service in compliance with all ordinances such as electrical and construction codes. Observe and monitor vendor work as required.
• Assist in special projects and/or construction projects, which may include demolition, renovation, and new construction
• Participate in emergency and after-hours on-call rotation in order to ensure continuous operations of facility and production systems
• Other duties as assigned

For this role you will need
Minimum Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus technical or vocational training
• 2+ years of experience with maintenance in a manufacturing environment and/or construction (4+ years of experience for Senior Level)
• Intermediate ability to troubleshoot systems and components to ensure the safe and proper operation and adherence to building and local codes
• Ability to maintain records and reports (e.g., time sheets, daily work orders, time reports) to provide information and documentation and to comply with departmental policies
• Intermediate understanding of equipment and methods of operation, including but not limited to manufacturing/process equipment, BMS/BAS, fire/life safety, purified water, environmental monitoring, and other systems
• Intermediate knowledge of cGMP and ISO regulatory requirements
• Experience working independently on projects or assignments without close supervision or detailed instructions to maximize workplace productivity
• Ability to work in an environment that includes dust and other debris using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the installation, maintenance, alteration, and repair of building/facility systems
• Ability to adhere to all regulatory and compliance requirements defined in Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
• Ability to learn new concepts to fully understand aseptic technique and demonstrate proper cleanroom behavior
• Ability to follow and execute standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Fundamental computer skills and ability to use tablet devices

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree in arts or sciences and/or equivalent experience may be substituted for training
• 2+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/medical devices industry

At United Therapeutics, you'll realize quickly that it is not an ordinary place to work! When you join our company, you will learn, grow, contribute, have fun, and be challenged... all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.
While United Therapeutics does not require vaccination for Covid-19 at this time, we strongly encourage all employees and visitors to remain up to date on vaccinations and boosters to protect one another from illness. Employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere and comply with customers' credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination against Covid -19, the influenza virus, and other illnesses that could be harmful to healthcare staff and patients.
United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities