Maintenance Multi-Craft Technician at AstraZeneca in Mount Vernon, Indiana

Job Description:

The AstraZeneca Mt. Vernon site was established in 1972 and is the flagship site delivering innovative, life changing oral solid medicines. At the site we formulate and pack OSD tablets and capsules for over 60+ markets. The Mt Vernon site is complex, the largest AZ production site in the US with over 700+ employees. We are located in the southwest corner of the state of Indiana, approximately 15 miles from Evansville, Indiana - the third largest city in the state. The Mt. Vernon site is both collaborative and Inclusive. We have several employee resource groups (ERGs) onsite that are aimed at promoting, celebrating, and educating employees about diversity, inclusion, philanthropy, networking, etc. Each of these groups provide employees with opportunities for interactive and engaging events and initiatives which enhance professional development and provide opportunities to engage with likeminded co-workers.


It is important to us that each employee feels welcome to bring their whole self to work every day. Here is a sneak peek of some of "perks" the MTV site offers: on-site fitness center with access to a personal trainer, on-site walking trail, walking desk, on-site basketball court, ping pong, massage chair, lunch & learns, sustainable & ergonomic office working environment, tuition reimbursement,


Are you ready to take on the challenge of ensuring our production and facility equipment operates efficiently and in compliance with FDA requirements? As a Senior Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for multi-craft maintenance activities in assigned functional areas. This is your chance to join AstraZeneca's Operations team and make a significant contribution to life-changing medicines.



Accountabilities

In this role, you will perform preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment, use analytical troubleshooting skills to recognize and resolve equipment problems, and work with a diverse team to improve equipment and production efficiencies. You will also provide training to other mechanics and operators, document your work in compliance with SOP's, Safety Health & Environment (SHE) standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and respond to multiple equipment/production problems as needed.



Essential Skills/Experience:

- High School Diploma or GED
- 5+ years experience in a pharmaceutical production environment or 8+ years as a maintenance mechanic in an industrial production environment
- Completion of a state accredited Journeyman or technical school program, or equivalent formal education and field experience, demonstrating commensurate proficiency in at least 2 of the following areas: Mechanical maintenance of production equipment, Utility systems maintenance, Electrical Maintenance, Instrumentation and Controls, Mechanical Fabrication/Machine Shop



Desirable Skills/Experience:

- AAS in an Engineering Technology
- Understanding and operational familiarity with PC/PLC control systems
- Pharmaceutical/cGMP maintenance training and experience
- Facilities and utilities equipment maintenance experience including: HVAC, boilers, air compressors, purified water, and electrical distribution systems
- Material Handling equipment maintenance experience including: automated cranes, conveyers, sorting systems, and forklifts


At AstraZeneca, we are driven by the challenge to stay ahead in rapidly changing markets. We continuously seek new and better ways to deliver medicines all the way to our patients. Our resilience helps us to thrive as we innovate and evolve. We foster an encouraging, positive environment where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. If you are self-driven, thrive at pace, continuously learning and proactively taking on more, then this is the place for you.


Ready to make a big impact? Join us at AstraZeneca and contribute to life-changing medicines. Apply now!


AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.