At AstraZeneca, we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the upmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue world-class medicines in new ways, combining our people’s exceptional skills with those of people from all over the globe.

The Philadelphia, PA site manufactures a life-saving influenza vaccine. Our product is aseptically filled into sprayers for nasal administration. The site consists of two geographic locations - a facility at Red Lion Road in NE Philadelphia has about 140 full-time employees and the Bensalem storage and distribution facility has about 5 employees. The facilities are about 8 miles apart and both are situated close to I-95, the city of Philadelphia, and Philadelphia International Airport. Our product is sold in the US, UK and other countries. Operations continue year round, with the production season being in the summer (typically May – August). Our site is highly collaborative where we show our Philly pride in all we do. We work closely together, always striving to be better every day. We have a network of employee teams who deliver many kinds of employee engagement activities, from our famous Wingbowl, to inclusion events, a site picnic, community outreach, health and wellness activities, and a green team.

The Metrology Technician (Philadelphia, PA) is responsible for the calibration, operation, maintenance and repair of plant utility and manufacturing equipment in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility.  Working hours are Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm.  Need flexibility to work some off-hours/coverage.
 

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for performing maintenance, repair or calibrations on process equipment such as autoclave, CIP systems, incubators, cold storage equipment etc. Perform troubleshooting and diagnostic analysis on utility and process equipment.
• Capable of performing the following work: mechanical, pipefitting, plumbing, electrical and instrumentation.                                                              
• Must possess computer skills, be detail oriented and capable to complete required documentation in a timely manner, including logbooks and work orders.
• Ability to read, understand, and work from Standard Operating Procedures and P&ID’s.
• Required to work extended hours when required.
• Must have the ability to communicate both orally and written in a clear and concise manner and maintain a positive customer driven level of cooperation and support.

Essential for the role:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5-7 Years in a technical industry performing plant maintenance as a Journeyman or level III Technician. Preference given to biotech/pharmaceutical experience.
• Extensive knowledge in specialized calibration functions, a wide and comprehensive knowledge with instrumentation and calibration principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, boiler, chiller, cooling tower, pumps and drives, RODI, WFI, clean steam, and chemical or water treatment equipment operation and maintenance.

Desirable for the role:

• Associates Degree or a two year certificate from college or technical school preferred.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial -finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey.

Next Steps – Apply today!

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