Equipment Specialist-2nd-Shift
Bora Pharmaceuticals
Summary
The Equipment Specialist is responsible for maintenance and operational support of all equipment and areas needed for the manufacture of parenteral pharmaceuticals at the Baltimore fill/finish facility. Additional duties will include parts and tool management, plant equipment support, parts design, as well as management of moderately sized capital projects.
Job description
This will be a 2nd-shift, on-site role. Hours-2pm-10:30pm Monday-Friday.
Essential Functions
- Comply with cGMP regulations, adhere to company policies, and adhere to SOP and Batch Record directions.
- Assist the Validation with the operation and execution of engineering projects. Provide technical expertise for these projects.
- Provide technical support during manufacturing activities.
- Focus on continually improving processes throughout the manufacturing and packaging areas.
- Coordinates and performs preventive/reactive maintenance on production and facility equipment.
- Maintains detailed maintenance records.
- Coordinates contracted maintenance activities with vendors.
- Assists in qualification of equipment / facilities as needed.
- Compiles, analyzes, draws conclusions and provides written documentation related to the maintenance and lifecycle of production systems.
- Administers project management controls and reports status to senior management.
- Involved in the oversight and coordination of activities that include design, specification creation, procurement, construction management, repair of production and facilities equipment.
- Researches new technologies and procedures to enhance production and performs engineering design evaluations.
- Applies creative and sound troubleshooting techniques to generate timely solutions to problems.
- Assignments are broad in nature, requiring originality and ingenuity, and rely on collaboration, limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Assists in programming, maintenance and troubleshooting of programmable logic controllers and process/environmental monitoring systems.
- Establish procedures with some supervision
Minimum Education, Experience and Skills
- A high school diploma or equivalent OR 2-year degree / trade school / military training OR a bachelor's degree.
- 3-5 years of experience in industrial/pharmaceutical engineering/maintenance setting required.
- Basic knowledge of electronics systems is essential.
- Knowledge of 2D and/or 3D electronic drafting a plus.
- Must possess the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner while gathering and analyzing information skillfully.
- PLC and process control troubleshooting skills preferred.
- Proven track record of applying broad knowledge of engineering principles, practices and procedures to the completion of moderately difficult assignments.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent OR 2-year degree / trade school / military training OR a bachelor's degree.
- 3-5 years of experience in industrial/pharmaceutical engineering/maintenance setting required.
- Basic knowledge of electronics systems is essential.
- Knowledge of 2D and/or 3D electronic drafting a plus.
- Must possess the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner while gathering and analyzing information skillfully.
- PLC and process control troubleshooting skills preferred.
- Proven track record of applying broad knowledge of engineering principles, practices and procedures to the completion of moderately difficult assignments.
Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health Resources
Company overview
Bora Pharmaceuticals is a premier international contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, with a global presence across North America and Asia. Founded in 2007 by Bobby Sheng, the company operates ten state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facilities strategically located to serve over 100 markets worldwide. Bora specializes in comprehensive pharmaceutical development and manufacturing solutions for a wide range of dosage forms including oral solid dose, liquids, semi-solids, ophthalmics, biologics, and sterile injectables. The company employs a distinctive dual-engine strategy that combines scalable CDMO services with innovative drug development focused on specialty pharmaceuticals and rare diseases. With a workforce of 1,001-5,000 employees, Bora provides end-to-end services from early phase clinical development through commercial manufacturing, supported by full packaging capabilities. The company is publicly traded on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE: 6472) and has established itself as a trusted partner for biopharmaceutical companies globally through its commitment to quality, operational excellence, and strategic growth initiatives.