Construction Technician

Job Description

If you’re looking for an opportunity to be challenged in your career, this may be the job for you! BioSpectra is experiencing unprecedented growth and is looking for a Construction Technician to join our team!

BioSpectra, Inc. is a privately held, family-oriented organization and a U.S.-based manufacturer of GMP pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, including API’s, excipients, GMP process chemicals, and bulk GMP buffers and solutions. BioSpectra, Inc. currently has facilities located in Bangor, Wind Gap, Stroudsburg, PA, and Scarborough, Canada.

Why should you join BioSpectra, Inc.?

Support our current customers who are the top 25 pharmaceutical companies in the world

Develop your career with a growing organization with ample opportunities for professional and personal development

Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Company paid Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement)

401K Retirement Savings Plan – Company matches $2 per $1 of employee contribution on the first 4%

Excellent Paid Time Off Programs include vacation, sick, & personal time, plus paid holidays

Job Summary:

The Construction Technician will perform construction projects and repairs for all BioSpectra facilities and properties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Complete building construction and repairs which may include, but not limited to: painting, carpentry, sheet rocking, flooring, plumbing, basic electrical, masonry, cement work, heating, ventilating & air conditioning, and roofing.

Uses various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects

Adheres to local building and safety codes and guidelines

Complete clean-up as needed

Maintains good housekeeping practices.

Follow instructions from supervisors/managers

Assist craft/specialized workers as needed

Read to learn from on-the-job training when necessary

Wears appropriate PPE for the duties being performed

Performs work orders in accordance to cGMP guidelines and company SOP's

Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate by management

Qualifications:

Successful completion of vocational school or technical college or apprenticeship program; or at least three years of experience via on-the-job training required

Ability to understand directions and read blue prints

Ability to solve mathematical problems quickly and accurately

Ability to properly care for and use tools of the trade

Thorough understanding of carpentry principles and methods

Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance and excellent hand-eye coordination

Work well as part of a team

Detail Oriented

Ability to learn cGMP and safety programs.

Physical Requirements:

Sitting/Standing/Moving- Standing up to 8 hours daily. Occasionally sitting. Frequently alternating between sitting and standing. Walking up to 8 hours, 6000 feet.

Lifting & Moving- Must be able to lift and move up to 80 pounds and able to carry 20 feet. Must be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds 1500 feet.

Other Movements- Frequently reaching overhead or below, along with frequently crouching, stooping and kneeling. Occasionally crawling. Occasionally must climb stairs with tools.

Other Physical Requirements- Occasional driving to other facilities. Possible forklift operation.

Speaking, Hearing & Visual- Must be able to speak clearly. Hearing is required constantly throughout shift. Must be able to see near, distant and peripheral objects all the time.

Environmental- Seasonal exposure outside. Occasional warm climates indoors. Temperatures will vary with conditions and tasks. Exposure to exterior noise as well as internal machinery noise. Must be able to put on personal protective equipment throughout shift.

Cognitive- Must learn new policies, procedures, retain and perform tasks assigned. Must continuously maintain focus.

Work Hours:

Non-Exempt Position; Monday to Friday 6 am to 2:30 pm; Occasional off-shift work

Minimum of 40-45 Hours per Week, or other agreed-upon documented schedule

This position requires occasional travel to and working from other BioSpectra facilities, as well as occasional off-shift work

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