Maintenance Technician - FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the site maintenance at the New Castle through daily work orders, preventative maintenance orders and emergency repairs under the direction of the Maintenance & Facilities Supervisor. Incumbents are required to work safely and adhere to the site EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) guidelines while performing tasks.

ABOUT FUJIFILM

About the Global Business: Celebrating our 90th anniversary in 2024, Japan’s pioneering photographic film maker, FUJIFILM has leveraged its imaging and information technology to become a global presence known for innovation in healthcare, graphic arts, optical devices, highly functional materials, and other high technology products. We use leading-edge, proprietary technologies to provide top-quality products and services that contribute to the advancement of culture, science, technology and industry, as well as improved health and environmental protection in society. Anchored by an open, fair and clear corporate culture and with leading-edge, proprietary technologies, FUJIFILM is determined to remain a leading company by boldly taking up the challenge of developing new products and creating new value.

About FUJIFILM Locally: FUJIFILM Imaging Colorants, Inc. is part of FUJIFILM’s Ink Solutions Group comprised of four companies based in the UK, USA, and India.  Fujifilm Imaging Colorants, Inc. has a manufacturing site in New Castle, DE where aqueous dyes, RxD, and inks are made to support the Inkjet digital printing market. 

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KEY RESULT AREAS/DELIVERABLES

Key deliverables for the position include the following:

• Responsible for the maintenance of all plant and lab resources, site utilities and grounds under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Field experience and demonstrated proficiency in any of the following subject matter areas:
  • Mechanical maintenance of production equipment,
  • Utility systems maintenance and repair
  • Electrical maintenance, instrumentation, and controls.
• Ability to read a P&ID and identify the corresponding equipment.
• Perform Preventive and Predictive Maintenance on equipment in the assigned areas including Inspections, general maintenance, and scheduled overhauls.
• Use analytical troubleshooting skills to recognize system and equipment problems, identify true cause, and recommend/ implement solutions that prevent problem reoccurrence.
• Duties include piping installations and repairs for process and compressed air systems with various piping materials, PVC, stainless steel, ABS, polypropylene, etc.
• Install, modify, run & maintain new and existing plant process equipment and systems.
• Ability to maintain, trouble shoot, diagnose, and repair manufacturing equipment including:

• • Boilers
  • Chillers
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Piping systems
  • DI water systems
  • Fans/blowers
  • Pumps
  • Air handlers
  • Motors
  • Gearboxes
  • Electrical controls
  • Scales
  • Water treatment
  • Production and Packaging Equipment

• Repair of facilities, recognizing abnormal operating situations and potential safety hazards.
• Demonstrated understanding and operational familiarity with PC/PLC control systems.
• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment such as power tools, welders, motors, etc.
• Proficiency in using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software.
• Attention to Detail: Accurate data entry and documentation. Thoroughness in following maintenance procedures.
• Perform and document work in compliance with SOP’s, Safety Health & Environment (SHE) standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) including work orders, PM’s, logbooks, and permits.
• Maintain documentation on repairs and record parts and material used and submit ordered to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform installation for small size plant capital projects.
• Perform equipment inspections and recommend repairs or future replacement to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Operate industrial forklifts and other motorized equipment as required.
• Ability to perform minor welding.

Safety, Health & Environmental and GMP requirements:

• Demonstrated understanding of cGMP maintenance practices
• Comply with all plant-level regulatory (safety, environmental, GMP) requirements such as lockout tag-out, electrical safety, confined space entry, hot work, etc.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Ensure safe work practices and always promote positive safety behaviors through proper personal protective equipment, appropriate safety tools, and follow equipment procedures to ensure safe use.

EXPERIENCE

• High school degree or equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing plant.
• Must have working knowledge of OSHA and GMP requirements as they pertain to maintenance activities throughout the plant.
• Competent with mechanical and piping installations and repairs
• Minor welding competency
• Working knowledge of overall building operations relating to engineering/maintenance including pipefitting, welding, millwrighting, general carpentry work, painting, and general building construction
• General understanding of instrumentation and process control systems maintenance.
• Basic computer skills include the use of standard office software, including Word, Excel and Outlook, and Computerized maintenance programs.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work a rotating on-call schedule and mandatory overtime as required in supporting manufacturing schedule.

CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective problem solver, identifying the root cause.
• Strong mechanical skills
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Highly organized, self-starter and a fast learner
• Attention to detail ensuring completion and consistency.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt while continuing to achieve targets and deadlines.
• Self-aware, emotionally controlled and copes well under pressure.
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Ability to maintain and promote professionalism and company values at all times