Job Description
Plant Technician (m/f/d)
The stated goal of our Production & Supply business area is to act as the world's most reliable manufacturer and supplier of pharmaceuticals. Our production sites, together with our external contractors, suppliers and partners, form a closely interconnected global production network that has made it its mission to supply customers and patients reliably and on time, in every individual case, with high-quality products.
To strengthen our group Maintenance & Engineering - Plant Engineering Manufacturing at the Unterschleißheim production site near Munich, we are looking for, as soon as possible, a Plant Technician (m/f/d) on a permanent full-time basis, ideally with the additional qualification Electrician (m/f/d).
Area of responsibility / Tasks:
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Technical support of equipment and plants in routine operation, taking into account all GMP and EHS requirements
- Carrying out format changeovers on technical trades in compliance with good aseptic practice
- Troubleshooting on production equipment
- Participating in the continuous improvement of changeover processes and machine settings for optimal production processes
- Working in shift operation and on Saturdays
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Support for the Plant Engineering area
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Carrying out maintenance, calibration and servicing activities, especially during major technical shutdowns
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Technical support in procurement and technical optimization of plants
Your Profile:
- Strong technical skills in handling equipment, plants and control systems, vocational training in a technical field, as well as as an electrician
- Several years of professional experience
- Experience in the GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment
- Good basic understanding of the processes of sterile manufacturing in bulk and filling
- Ability to document accurately and in a GMP-compliant manner
- High level of resilience and proactivity
- Enjoyment of teamwork
- Very good understanding of the German language, spoken and written
- Willingness to be on call
- Willingness to work weekends and public holidays
- Willingness to work night shifts
- Working hours follow the Mantel collective agreement and the works agreements applicable at the site; Saturday work is currently planned.
- Technical support in procurement and technical optimization of plants
The stated goal of our Production & Supply business area is to act as the world's most reliable manufacturer and supplier of biopharmaceuticals. Our production sites, together with our external contractors, suppliers and partners, form a closely interconnected global production network that has made it its mission to supply customers and patients reliably and on time, in every individual case, with high-quality products.
We are proud to be a company built on the values of its diverse, talented and committed employees. The fastest way to advance innovative developments is to bring different ideas together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to discuss their ideas objectively and to tackle problems together. We see ourselves as an equal opportunity employer and are committed to promoting inclusive, diverse workplaces.
Additional location(s) Compensation Information:
Required Skills:
Electrical Engineering, Electrical Maintenance, GMP Documentation, Instrumentation Systems, Instrument Calibrations, Maintenance Engineering, Mechanical Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Routine Maintenance, Technical Maintenance
Preferred Skills:
German Language
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
2nd - Evening, 3rd - Night
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
chemicals in the lab
Job Posting End Date:
11/30/2026
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