Process Equipment Technician - 2nd Shift

Job Description:

As a privately-owned, biopharmaceutical company, Ferring pioneers and delivers life-changing therapies that help people build families and live better lives. Our independence helps us cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit and long-term perspective that enables us to achieve growth and scale, while remaining agile and true to our ‘people first’ philosophy. Built on a 70-year plus commitment to science and research, Ferring is relentless in its pursuit of science that drives powerful discoveries and therapies to help people build families, stay healthy, and stand up to the world’s oldest enemy: disease.  

As Process Equipment Technician for 2nd shift you will be responsible for repairs and maintenance of mechanical and robotic equipment and machines. Coordination of repairs to align with production timelines, considering the availability of machines, materials, and workforce. An advanced level of troubleshooting is required.

With Ferring, you will be joining a recognized leader, identified as one of “The World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Fast Company, and honored by Fortune with inclusion on its “Change the World List,” for addressing society’s unmet needs. Ferring US is also Great Places to Work® Certified, distinguishing it as one of the best companies to work for in the country. 

Responsibilities:  

• Acts as the primary source of contact for the 2nd shift team; day-to-day service of production equipment

• Provides mechanical support for production machines by identifying issues, proposing solutions, and executing necessary repairs and maintenance to minimize downtime.

• Prepares detailed reports and logs to inform department management, production operations, and all shifts of ongoing repairs, issues, and potential solutions.

• Conducts line changeovers, performing required set-up and adjustments according to the production schedule.

• Assists the Engineering team with equipment installations and modifications.

• Performs preventative maintenance inspections, including oiling, lubrication, and routine equipment checks.

• Maintain training and quality requirements set forth by the business.

• Coordinate maintenance and repair work with vendors.

• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedules and allocate resources effectively to maximize line output

• Adheres to company safety and quality guidelines and ensures direct reports are following those guidelines.

• Escalation of maintenance issues and potential events to the Senior Manager of maintenance and other related key members.

• Promote a collaborative and customer service-oriented team environment.

Requirements: 

• Technical school, bachelor’s degree or other related training in related field. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a regulated field.

• Experience in biotech manufacturing, a GMP facility and/or ISO 13485 environment, preferred.

• Working knowledge and experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

• Experience working in manufacturing plant environment

• Experience reading mechanical, electrical, and P&IDs.

• Working knowledge and experience with MS Suite.

• Weekend and off-shift work may be required to support production demands. Flexibility to work various shifts, including holidays, is essential to ensure consistent manufacturing operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the manufacturing plant and cleanroom environment for extended periods.

• Capable of lifting and carrying heavy objects, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Comfortable reaching overhead and climbing ladders or steps to access equipment or perform maintenance tasks.

• Regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch, or kneel to access hard-to-reach areas during inspections or repairs.

• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment with controlled air quality and follow gowning and hygiene protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks, gloves, and goggles.

• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks and work long hours, including shifts, weekends, or emergencies as needed.

• Ability to work in temperature-controlled cleanrooms and occasionally in non-controlled environments within the facility.

• Capacity to respond quickly and effectively to equipment malfunctions or plant emergencies.

Role will be in Parsippany, NJ. 

Ferring + you    

At Ferring, we offer competitive total compensation along with an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. From working hours that respect your lifestyle, a culture that is welcoming and equitable, and the chance to work with the industry’s most impressive people, these are just some of the ways we live our "People First" philosophy.    

Our Compensation and Benefits   

At Ferring, base salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range. The base salary range for this role is $62,598 to $116,253, which is the reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount paid may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education and primary work location. If hired to work 2nd in this role, the pay differential will be 10%. Additional compensation for this role will be provided based on competitive annual incentive compensation targets in the form of an annual bonus - payouts are based on individual and company performance.

Benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with a premium differential, inverse to base salary, to be paid by employees, a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellness benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full time employees to accrue up to 120 hours in the first four (4) years of employment, and 160 hours in the fifth (5th) year of employment as well as 15 paid holidays per year. We are proud to offer paid parental leave subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring. 

Ferring is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws.   

Join our team and your voice will be heard, and your contributions will be valued. If you love to come up with new ways to make a positive difference and see them through, you will fit right in.    

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (including Disability/Protected Veterans). We maintain a drug-free workplace.    

Location:

Parsippany, New Jersey