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UCB Pharma

Biopharmaceuticals for neurology and immunology therapies

Maintenance Technician - Biology Pole

Equipment MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeBraine-l'Alleud, BelgiumNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A technical diploma in electromechanics or a related field is required.
  • At least 3 years of experience in technical support and/or equipment maintenance is required; experience in a regulated or pharmaceutical environment is an advantage.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings.
  • Knowledge of clean utilities is an advantage.
  • Ability to work in a team, maintain a healthy work environment, and demonstrate customer orientation.
  • Understanding of technical English is required; verbal and written English communication is an advantage.
  • Availability for weekday daytime hours and an on-call rotation is required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, including bioreactors, chromatography columns, autoclaves, washing machines, incubators, centrifuges, and fluid distribution networks.
  • Accompany external-company technicians on site and inspectors during statutory equipment inspections.
  • Document and review technical documentation in the computerized maintenance management system (SAP-PM), and update equipment technical files, plans, and diagrams.
  • Analyze downtime data and support improvement plans.
  • Participate in production and technical meetings.
  • Provide technical support to production teams for process equipment and ensure compliance with pharmaceutical standards and quality and safety criteria, including GLP, GMP, and GSP.
  • Work closely with internal departments and external suppliers, and coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with current regulations, guidelines, standards, and internal procedures.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a regulated or pharmaceutical environment.
  • Knowledge of clean utilities.
  • Verbal and written communication in English.

About the Company

UCB Pharma

Biopharmaceuticals for neurology and immunology therapies

UCB Pharma focuses on developing treatments for severe diseases in neurology and immunology. It discovers, develops, and commercializes novel molecules and generates products aimed at improving patient lives. The company works by researching and developing therapies, integrating patient insights to guide innovation, and investing over a quarter of revenue into scientific research. Its global presence (about 9,000 employees across 40 countries) and €5.3 billion 2023 revenue reflect its scale and commitment to bringing therapies to patients worldwide. UCB differentiates itself by combining direct patient engagement with substantial R&D investment to address unmet needs in neurology and immunology, aiming to transform lives through science and patient care.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
City of Brussels, Belgium
Founded
1928

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