Maintenance Technician

Medgene Labs helps veterinarians and producers protect livestock with precisely constructed immunological products and services. Applying a strategy of continual diagnostic surveillance and data analytics to the practice of immunology, creating vaccines for the disease at hand quicker and more precisely than previously possible. Medgene Labs has a single mission: To be a world-class Immunological Services Provider™ for leading livestock producers and their veterinarians.

If you're looking to join a collaborative, mission-driven team that's making a real difference in animal health and beyond, we'd love to hear from you!

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

VST, LLC dba Medgene is a technology and manufacturing company based in Brookings, South Dakota that is inspiring the world to prevent emerging and zoonotic diseases for a better life. This involves helping veterinarians and animal owners improve animal welfare with immunological products and services. Applying a strategy of continuous diagnostic surveillance and bioinformatics to the practice of immunology, Medgene creates vaccines for emerging diseases faster and more precisely. Medgene's mission is to serve as a world-class Immunological Services Provider™ to animal care providers.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Medgene seeks a Maintenance Technician to join our growing team. Full-time and part-time positions will be considered. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing daily operational needs in support of the R&D or Production staff. The ideal candidate will successfully integrate with a strong team and show the capacity to perform detail-oriented work.

JOB DUTIES:

• Ensure facility efficiency and workplace safety.
• Assist in designing equipment maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot any equipment problems.
• Assist in maintaining all building systems and grounds.
• Adhere to established company safety protocols and participate in company safety programs.
• Maintain clear and accurate maintenance records.
• Complete work on time as a self-starter, in accordance with all applicable SOPs, job plans, or MWIs
• Assist the team with maintaining an up-to-date working spare parts inventory system for the equipment/systems.
• Keep a clean work area, assist in cleaning equipment as needed, etc.
• Assists, as required, outside contractors performing projects or supplementing the workforce.
• In addition to the above, other assigned duties and projects deemed appropriate within the position's scope

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of:
  • Safe laboratory procedures
  • Basic computer skills
  • Basics of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
  • Basic laboratory behavior, including a broad understanding of biosafety.
  • Understand how to work in a Manufacturing environment, as well as laboratory settings where biosafety is important.
• Skills include:
  • Experience in a regulated environment
  • Review, read, and understand process system/equipment manuals, plumbing, ductwork plans, architectural drawings, HVAC plans, and process P&IDs
  • Five-plus (5+) year combination of education, training, and experience in one or more of the following fields: Utility Operations/Maintenance, Process Equipment Maintenance, Control Systems, HVAC Operations/Maintenance, and/or Fire Systems Maintenance
  • Problem Solving/Decision Making
  • Knowledge of Processes, Systems, and Resources
• Ability to:
  • Follow detailed directions and instructions.
  • Perform mathematical computations.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Understand the use of and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
  • Communicate information clearly and concisely.
  • Strong technical and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with coworkers.
  • Plan and schedule own work activities around maintenance deadlines and in coordination with operations staff to minimize the impact on production activities.
  • Perform a variety of routine semi-skilled maintenance including, but not limited to, carpentry, painting, and plumbing.
  • Operate assigned equipment, facility, utility, and HVAC Systems in accordance with established guidelines and operating procedures.
  • Completion of mechanical, electrical, or electrical technical school training preferred.
  • PLC system troubleshooting preferred.
  • Perform intermediate troubleshooting of utility, process, and HVAC-related equipment/systems.
  • Experience in light mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and equipment maintenance
  • Experience with the repair of electronics or instrumentation is a plus.
  • Provide basic support for the start-up of new equipment to ensure it meets all mechanical design specifications.

Medgene Labs is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.