Utility Operator at BIONTECH through QSSR ( Deadline: 31/12/2025)
Job Description
Purpose of the job
The engineering, Maintenance & Site Operations department is mandated to oversee the execution of local preventive maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment, clean & black utilities, laboratory equipment and facilities at the mRNA-based vaccine manufacturing site. Also, it handles projects, equipment/systems commissioning & qualification, process automation, and calibration in line with cGxP principles.
The utility Operator participates in performing a wide variety of skilled tasks including setting, adjusting, validating mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, electronic measuring and control instruments using the relevant reference standards as per the applicable procedures. Operation of All Utility Clean and Black Will be the responsibility of the Utility Operator.
Main responsibilities
- Operate and monitor Purified Water (PW), Water for Injection (WFI), Clean Steam, Compressed Air, Nitrogen, and HVAC systems.
- Perform routine checks, sampling, and documentation in line with GMP requirements.
- Support preventive maintenance and calibration activities.
- Respond to alarms and deviations, escalating issues promptly.
- Operate and maintain chillers, cooling towers, diesel generators, and waste treatment systems.
- Monitor energy consumption and optimize efficiency.
- Conduct routine inspections and log operational parameters.
- Assist in troubleshooting and corrective maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards.
- Maintain accurate records in logbooks, shift reports, and computerized systems.
- Support audits, inspections, and validation activities.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure uninterrupted utility supply.
- Use of a management software program (COMOS, SAP PM, CMX etc.) to keep track of all calibration required tooling Record and report abnormal function of equipment or out of tolerance conditions while adhering to cGMP standards.
- Performs work in accordance with approved equipment calibration, maintenance, and safety procedures.
- Calibrate test instruments in categories such as physical dimension, electronic, torque, force, pressure, and environmental condition.
- Daily spot check production floor calibrated tools that may be defective or out of tolerance and communication with production team is essential.
- Carry out Root Cause Analysis on breakdowns related to instrumentation and calibration.
- Respond to emergency situations promptly, especially in the case of defective equipment.
- Attend and actively participate in all departmental meetings.
- Technical report writing.
- Any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager.
Requirements
Work Experience, Skills, and Abilities
Educational level
- Diploma/degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent technical training).
Professional experiences/Knowledge
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in utility operation in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry or FMCG factories.
- Knowledge of System Operation and Basic Maintenance.
- Ability to read P&IDs, utility schematics, and technical manuals.
- Knowledge of GMP requirements, methodologies, concepts, and requirements related to process Control.
- Ongoing commitment to advance knowledge in the field of instrument calibration methods.
- General knowledge of high-end calibration and preventive maintenance.
- Excellent computer skills and use of Microsoft office tools.
- Have a safety mindset both for self and others with equipment.
- Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
- Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
- Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
- Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
- Ability to act calmly under stress and strain.
- Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
Other requirements
- Training certificates in Operation or related Stream.
- Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception)
- Sense of touch.
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Clothing/Equipment (PPC/E) (Safety Glasses, Hard Hats, Safety Shoes, & Safety Harness)
- Climb towers with fall protection, work at heights.
Q-Sourcing Servtec is an equal opportunity employer.
Deadline: 31 December 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Solicitation will lead to disqualification.
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