Specialist, Engineering

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity with a rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturer? If so, then this is the opportunity for you!

Under the supervision of a Senior Specialist or Associate Director, the Maintenance Planner is responsible for the efficient and effective planning of maintenance work activities. The planning organization is a centralized function where planners are assigned to support all crafts (HVAC, IT, Elec, Millwright, Pipefitter, Stationary Engineer) in one or more maintenance shops. The Planner provides planning support for assigned area, which may include vaccine bulk manufacturing, filling, lyophilization, packaging, and/or support utilities including power, HVAC, steam, WFI and controlled temperature units. The planner will work collaboratively with all stakeholders, manage work priorities based on scheduling needs, & engage the proper resources to execute a safe, effective and efficient job for all planned Preventative, Predictive, and Corrective work orders.

• →Assign codes to work orders.
• →Make field inspections and determine appropriate job work scopes.
• →Develop work plans for maintenance jobs with the necessary information to allow efficient scheduling, assignment, and execution of maintenance work.
• →Create, use, and maintain plant history and other technical files to update information in current job plans to anticipate and avoid job delays.
• →Perform purchasing duties.
• →Stage materials and special tools.
• →Evaluate job feedback to improve job plans.
• →Stay up to date with current site safety rules and regulations.
• →Utilize CMMS computer software and other computer applications to support the maintenance function.
• →Update CMMS records and master data.
• →Provide technical assistance for maintenance personnel.
• →Prepare reports.
• →Promotes positive safety culture.
• →Explains and enforces all GMPs, safety, and environmental regulations.
• →Assist in audits, regulatory inspections and training.
• →Perform related duties.

• B.S. Degree in Science, Engineering, or another technical field OR
• Equivalent industry experience within a maintenance organization.

• Three (3) years of manufacturing experience or technical support group
• Knowledge of large industrial equipment such as fans, pumps, and air handlers and their associated components such as bearings and actuators.
• Strong computer skills (CMMS, Excel, etc.)
• Knowledge of safety hazards and appropriate precautions applicable to work assignments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal form.

• Working Knowledge of cGMPs for pharmaceutical and/or vaccine manufacturing
• CMRP certification desired.

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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.