Facility Mechanic

at  WL Gore Associates

About the Role: We are looking for a Facility Mechanic Professional to join our Pharm-Bio Facility Team. In this role, you will be part of a team that manages the building and major building infrastructure for a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant. You will also be expected to provide occasional support for additional buildings as well as support projects that our Facilities Team Members are engaged in. You will work with other members of the team including engineers, maintenance technicians, contractors, and building services associates with the ability to partner with facilities teams to manage and improve the plant infrastructure. The preferred working hours are 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m with some level of flexibility.
This role will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in a Mechanical Discipline or Journey Level Mechanical Skills
• Willingness to obtain Grade 3 Stationary Engineering License for State of Maryland
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial environment with a focus on facilities
• Experience with rotating machinery, pumps, fans, bearings, pipe fitting, and equipment installation
• Desktop computer skills coupled with basic understanding of networking and operating systems
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Fundamental understanding of OSHA, NEC, NFPA, and local building codes
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to; safety glasses, safety shoes, harness, etc
• Experience with Contractor Management

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Contractor Management
• Experience with industrial equipment including; air handlers, chillers, compressed air systems, water treatment systems
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (Trane Tracer, Trane Ensemble, Andover) and the ability to read/understand building drawings
  What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
  We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
  We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
  Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
  Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
  Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
  Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact

• Be passionate about working with and optimizing the Facility Infrastructure Systems
• Recognize the importance of building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships
• Be self-motivated, with a high level of initiative and a proactive approach
• Drive preventative maintenance activities on plant infrastructure systems and equipment inclusive of chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, boilers, air compressors, exhaust fans, etc
• Manage contracted services where required to support equipment repairs, calibrations, and/or maintenance activities throughout our facilities
• Utilize CMMS (Computer Maintenance Management system), Quality Systems Software and accurately document and sign off on completed maintenance activities including time, parts used, and description of work performed
• Work with engineers, consultants, and contractors on support of plant infrastructure
• Provide feedback and input on preventative maintenance tasks for better execution
• Provide off-shift and weekend coverage as necessary to provide hands on support for equipment and ongoing projects that support manufacturing
• Commit to continuous personal development aligned with current commitments and business goals