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Maintenance Technician II

Avantor

Chester, CTOnsitePosted 6 days ago
Full TimeEntry LevelManufacturing & CMCLife Science Service & Supply
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Summary

Avantor is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform a range of complex and technical maintenance tasks to address unique equipment and operational challenges. They may oversee daily maintenance operations, ensuring efficient execution of scheduled and unscheduled tasks and resolves maintenance issues.

Job description

The Opportunity

Avantor is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform a range of complex and technical maintenance tasks to address unique equipment and operational challenges. They may oversee daily maintenance operations, ensuring efficient execution of scheduled and unscheduled tasks and resolves maintenance issues.

How you will thrive and create an impact

  • Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, or structural systems, conducting preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders, such as contractors or vendors, fostering understanding, support, and engagement to maintain and improve facilities and equipment functionality.
  • Maintains accurate record keeping of settings from precision controls for repeat applications.
  • Maintains tools, gages and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
  • Complies with company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.
  • Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.
  • Performs mechanical repairs to tanker equipment and facilities.
  • Performs HVAC maintenance and repairs to the building.
  • Completes tanker inspections and communicating any issues as appropriate.
  • Performs routine maintenance on tanker equipment.
  • Monitors the production process system to ensure proper operation as needed.
  • May be responsible for snow shoveling/removal.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

  • High School completion or equivalent (GED). Technical/mechanical courses or certification preferred
  • 1-2 years experience with facilities maintenance.
  • High level of mechanical ability preferred.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality.
  • Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures.
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel preferred.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Problem-solving skills.

Requirements

  • High School completion or equivalent (GED)
  • 1-2 years experience with facilities maintenance
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Attention to detail
  • Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality
  • Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • Problem-solving skills

Company overview

Avantor is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences and advanced technology industries. Founded in 1904 as J.T. Baker Chemical Company, the company has evolved into a Fortune 500 organization with operations in over 30 countries and serving more than 300,000 customer locations worldwide. Avantor's comprehensive portfolio supports virtually every stage of research, development, and production activities across biopharma, healthcare, education, government, and advanced technology sectors. The company specializes in providing high-purity chemicals, laboratory equipment, single-use bioprocessing systems, and specialized services that enable breakthroughs in medicine, healthcare, and technology. With approximately 14,500 employees globally, Avantor plays a crucial role in supporting scientific innovation, including significant contributions to COVID-19 vaccine manufacturing through its synthetic lipid production capabilities. The company went public in 2019 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AVTR.

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