Group Leader - Stationary Engineer

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

POSITION SUMMARY

Group Leader - Stationary Engineer will lead and guide Technicians in maintaining and operating all utility equipment as well as systems to support production. Group leader will also work closely with department Supervisor/ Manager in assuring that all preventative and corrective maintenances assigned to the department are accomplished in a timely manner as not to affect production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Lead and provide guidance to technicians on day-to-day operations of Industrial steam, Clean steam, water purification, Compressed air, chilled water, refrigeration, water for injection, Alcohol distillation and wastewater systems.
2. Monitor and train technicians on equipment operation such as boilers, cooling towers, air compressors/ dryers, Reverse osmosis systems, WFI distillation units, pumps, valves and related systems such as water pre-treatment, pure water, water for injection loops, wastewater, plant vacuum, and all distribution sub-systems.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             
3. Manage inventory and place purchase order with outside vendors for chemical substances as well as parts for manufacturing usage.
4. Ensure detailed documentation of all calibration, troubleshooting, and repair activities from Technicians   
5. Ensure technicians are up to date with their training curriculum.
6. Coordinate with manufacturing departments to complete work order in a timely manner.
7. Assist management in coordinating and scheduling the department's day to day operations as well as monitoring Technicians' work/ meal break schedule to ensure compliance
8. Performs more complex and advanced job tasks.
9. Provide on-the-job training to entry level Technicians
10. Strict adherence to procedures, practices, and documentation according to FDA regulations.
11. Strict adherence to cGMP, Safety and Environmental requirements
12. Support and Comply to the ISO14001 Environmental Management System.       

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS & EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associates degree in a relevant technical field required
• Los Angeles City Steam Engineer License 500hp minimum required; Unlimited License preferred
• 8 years relevant experience
• Ability to verify system settings
• Skilled in trouble shooting abilities to identify and resolve equipment problems.
• Skilled in identifying, repairing, diagnosing various system equipment.
• Skilled in using diagnostic test equipment and precision measuring devices. 
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of personnel in a professional manner. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle an ever changing, fast paced critical work environment. 
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to analyze details and perform structured decision-making on a daily basis. 
• Self-starter with good work ethic and ability to work independently with minimum supervision and use good judgment, or as a contributing member of a team. 
• Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail. 
• Comfortable to work independently with minimum supervision as well as basic managerial skills
• Ability to keep neat, accurate and complete records and logs.
• Standard OSHA knowledge on applicable safe work practices and process safety management  
• Must be flexible with work hours / shifts to accommodate 24/7 plant operation.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift /move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods - up to four (4) hours at a time.
• Manual dexterity to perform all job functions.

*This job description is accurate at the date of publication and may change over time.  It is not intended as an exhaustive description of the job. Other duties may be assigned and qualifications required may change.

The estimated pay scale for Group Leader - Stationary Engineer role based in California, is $46.80 - $52.00 per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays and up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.  We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-Los Angeles:USVALLEY - Valley Bl Mfg Plant - LA, CA

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