Primary Duties:
- Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of BioFire Diagnostics’ Quality System.
- Perform moderately complex repairs involving manual to semi-automated manufacturing and/or packaging equipment. Perform basic routine preventative and scheduled maintenance on manual to semi-automated production equipment, which may include the replacement of failed/broken components (i.e. bearing, belts, motors, etc.), cleaning and lubricating parts, etc.
- Performs troubleshooting activities to identify issues with equipment and use judgment to repair or correct those issues.
- Provide emergency support to repair production equipment in order to keep production lines operational at all times.
- Dismantle defective and/or outdated equipment.
- Build and install new/repaired parts or equipment according to blueprints, specifications, WIDs, and SOPs.
- Performs some simple automation tasks as they relate to hardware.
- Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of BioFire Diagnostics Quality System.
- Supports routine problems or standard repairs for automated equipment.
- Perform off-line mechanical rework activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Training and Education:
High School diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree in a scientific/technical discipline preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in directly related field/role. Must have previous troubleshooting and hands on repair experience. Previous experience in a fast-paced cGMP environment is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve and troubleshoot technical issues/equipment.
- Ability to perform hands on repairs using a variety of hand tools.
- Must be able to interpret and follow blueprints, WIDs, etc.
- Must possess well-developed interpersonal skills and a willingness to work collaboratively and take direction from other team members.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills to interface with all levels of the manufacturing organization and to carry out required documentation activities.
- Demonstrated sense of urgency when carrying out critical tasks
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Propensity for paying close attention to details.
- Experience with the following is preferred:
- Basic electrical systems
- Mechanical systems
- Pneumatics
- Automated manufacturing equipment
- Technical and/or regulatory documentation
