Facilities Maintenance and Equipment Technician II

LGC Clinical Diagnostics, part of the LGC Group, has more than 30 years of experience as a leading and trusted global IVD quality manufacturer, with particular expertise in quality measurement tools (QMT) and reagents. Focused on five key areas – clinical biochemistry and immunoassay, serology, molecular diagnostics, clinical genomics, and reagents – it has around 450 employees across its four FDA-registered and ISO 13485-certified facilities in the USA and Ireland, and an ISO 9001-certified facility in England.

LGC Clinical Diagnostics partners with IVD and biopharmaceutical developers, CROs and academic institutions covering the entire diagnostic pipeline, from concept and early-stage research to accelerated product development and, ultimately, routine clinical use. It develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of premium catalogue and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the IVD and extended life sciences industry through its four brands, Maine Standards Company, SeraCare, The Native Antigen Company and Technopath Clinical Diagnostics. Together, they serve 7,500+ customers in over 120 countries, providing products for more than 20 clinical application areas, including infectious diseases, NIPT, diabetes, cardiac disease and oncology. lgcclinicaldiagnostics.com

Become a Facilities Maintenance and Equipment Technician II at LGC and contribute to an ambitious, world-class team! At LGC, we emphasize creating an inclusive and collaborative atmosphere where remarkable talent excels. In this role, you will be crucial in ensuring our facility functions seamlessly through the upkeep and repair of critical equipment.

Job responsibilities:

• Conduct and maintain records of Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Calibrations on key pieces of equipment located around the facility.
• Coordinate with department managers and supervisors on equipment acquisition and installation, ensuring efficient advancement of products through production.
• Recognize safety and compliance issues, alerting staff and management of any nonconformances.
• Support Safety Committee activities such as fire safety equipment checks.
• Act as a fully proficient user of the CMMS (e.g., Faciliworks) across modules, including work order management, asset management, maintenance, and calibration activities.

Minimum qualifications:

• A minimum of 2+ years of professional work experience.
• Trade school or equivalent experience, high school diploma or GED with demonstrated success in a manufacturing environment.
• HVAC and Electrical experience.
• Familiarity with CMMS; entering and completing work orders, PMs, calibrations, etc.
• Ability to read electrical/mechanical schematics, blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.

Preferred qualifications:

• A relevant degree or similar experience in Biomedical Engineering or technical college.
• Experienced in the repair, calibration, PM, and installation of existing and new equipment/systems.
• Previous exposure to automation equipment and ISO8 Cleanrooms.
• Additional hands-on experience validating and completing validation protocols for equipment.
• Enhanced knowledge of RODI water systems.

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to optimally perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• May occasionally be required to lift and move material weighing up to 50 lbs with appropriate equipment.
• Working in both open office settings and biological/chemical manufacturing environments.
• Weekend and off-hour work to accommodate operations schedule, as needed.
• 10% travel to other CDx locations.

Join LGC and become part of a team that values collaboration, integrity, and brilliance in all we do. We are committed to encouraging a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our mission.

Our values:

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

Equal opportunities 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, parental responsibilities, religion, or belief. Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership. 

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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