BSL III Maintenance Technician

Job title: BSL III Maintenance Technician

Location: Swiftwater, PA

Shift: 2nd shift. Sun-Thur OR Tuesday-Saturday (3pm-11:30pm) subject to work Holiday and Weekends depending on business needs with mandatory overtime

About the job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. 

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the design, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all site wide equipment in order to maintain a quality Class A environment in GMP, GLP and non GMP facilities at the Swiftwater site.

This position reports to and supports the area team Maintenance Manager or Deputy Director who is ultimately responsible for the efficient, effective, and reliable operation of all equipment in their area. The Maintenance Technician will have interactions with all levels of the organization including HSE, M&S (manufacturing & Supply), Engineering, External Contractors, R&D, GCI, Msat, and various other support groups.

The Maintenance Technician is a member of a maintenance team that supports GMP, GLP and/or non GMP, areas at the Swiftwater site.

The equipment and systems include both GMP, GLP and non GMP areas. The 7/24 GMP production environment requires maintenance under regulated conditions. The work performed by the Maintenance Technician and documentation of this work has a direct impact on the manufacturing operations and quality results of the site.

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. 

Main Responsibilities:

• The ability to multitask, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, evaluate and repair site wide equipment is critical to the success of this role and the maintenance department.

• This position requires the technician to work on intricate and site-specific equipment and systems.

• Technicians to work up to 25% overtime withshort notice and working various shifts depending on business needs and production cycles.

• The Maintenance Technician interfaces closely with the customer to provide reliable, safe, and efficient equipment operation and uptime.

• Timely execution of preventive/corrective maintenance

• HSE considerations for maintenance (permits, PTW, LOTO)

• WO accuracy and completeness

• Continuous improvement for maintenance operations

Preventive maintenance and repairs on industrial and process equipment including but not limited to the following:

• Autoclaves

• Process control devices

• Pump repairs, rebuilds, replacement

• Motor replacement and alignment

• Schematics and the ability to read blueprints

• Electricity including DC controls, single phase and 3 phase up to 480V

• Refrigerators, freezers, and incubators

• Process chillers and temperature control units

• Water For Injection (WFI) Clean Steam, RO/DI, Purified water

• Replacement of valves and piping system repairs

• Basic computer skills in MS Office and SAP

• Air Handling Unit Operations

• Tensioning of belts and alignment

• Bearing replacement

• Knowledge of VFD’s, VAV’s,

• Knowledge of steam principals

• JCI Metasys Systems

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree with 3+ years of experience in equipment maintenance

• High School Diploma with 5+ years of experience in equipment maintenance

• In-depth equipment knowledge and strong troubleshooting skills

• Understanding of precision maintenance concepts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical knowledge and experience with troubleshooting electromechanical systems

• Relevant training and certifications in maintenance or related fields

• Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) helpful

Physical Requirements & Special Working Conditions:

• Lifting: Specify : > 20 lbs.

• Temperature Extremes

• Uncomfortable Protective Clothing

• Excessive Noise

• Unpleasant Fumes

• Dust or Dirt

• Adverse Weather Condition

• High Voltage > 50 volts

• Steam, Hot Water, Compressed Air, Waste Water

Employment Conditions:

• Must be in the Medical Surveillance Program

• Support 24/7 coverage of BSLIII facility

• Participate in FBI Clearances

• Be able to pass and maintain N95 and Full-Face Respirators Certification

Why Choose Us?  

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. 

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. 

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. 

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave. 

Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.