What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Operator II position at Global Life Sciences Solutions USA LLC?
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The Utility Operator will operate and maintain existing equipment and systems pertaining to site utilities such as purified water, well water, soft water, boilers and their operating systems, fire suppression water system, air compressors. This position will also participate in the implementation of new equipment and their systems as they come online.
This position reports to the Manager, Utilities and is part of the Bioprocess Operations team located in Muskegon, MI and will be an on-site role.
What you’ll do
The Utility Operator will operate and maintain existing equipment and systems pertaining to site utilities such as purified water, well water, soft water, boilers and their operating systems, fire suppression water system, air compressors. This position will also participate in the implementation of new equipment and their systems as they come online. Duties will include, but not be limited to:
Participate in the implementation of new incoming equipment, including operating and the development of new SOP’s
Maintain the utilities for the manufacturing site including the operation of water systems, boilers, ect.
Follow company safety policies including PPE usage, lock out, permit to work, etc. Follow good housekeeping activities, including 5S principles
Who you are
High school diploma or GED and basic computer skills.
Three years’ experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial maintenance or utilities,
General skills and expertise related to maintenance and facilities activities.
Physical Requirements
Frequently move, lift, carry, push or pull weights up to 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift/move weights greater than 50 pounds with assistance
Ability to continuously stand or walk as well as frequently climb stairs and ladders; squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, turn, pivot and reach; frequently use fingers or hands to grasp, clamp, move, finer, handle, and feel small objects.
Wear all necessary PPE which could include respirator or air hood
May be required to pass a hearing and/or vision tests to obtain licensure for safe operation of equipment (i.e. scissor lift, fork truck, ect.)
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