Amgen Inc

Instrumentation Technician (Various Shifts: Days, Swing, Grave)

Amgen Inc$71K — $97K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school/GED + 1 year of relevant experience or Associate's degree.
  • Experience with instrumentation, calibration, and metrology programs.
  • Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
  • Experience in a cGMP regulated environment.
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs and technical diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Perform scheduled calibration and maintenance on instruments and equipment.
  • Complete quality and safety documentation in a compliant manner.
  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems as required.
  • Communicate work activities effectively to operators and stakeholders.
  • Complete work order documentation accurately in the maintenance management system.
  • Maximize maintenance activities while minimizing impact on production.
  • Identify process improvements and assist with implementation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions.
  • Award-winning time-off plans.
  • Discretionary annual bonus program.
  • Flexible work models where possible.
Full Job Description
Career Category
Maintenance
Job Description

Instrumentation Technician

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The technical professional we seek is a collaborative and motivated team player with the following qualifications. 

Within the Facilities & Engineering team, you will: 

  • Perform scheduled calibration, corrective maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting of instruments and equipment used in process control systems and building systems across the site. 

  • Complete quality and safety documentation while performing work in a safe, compliant, and timely manner according to predefined schedules and in alignment with GMPs, SOPs, and Amgen policies. 

  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems as needed. 

  • Ensure work activities are communicated effectively to system operators and key stakeholders. 

  • Ensure work order documentation is completed accurately and completely in the maintenance management system. 

  • Work in a highly productive and efficient manner to maximize maintenance activities while minimizing impact to production. 

  • Review or contribute to maintenance of reports, forms, plans, and records as required. 

  • Identify waste, workflow interruptions, and opportunities for improvement; recommend solutions and assist with implementation. 

  • Actively participate in training and development to build new technical skills and improve overall team performance. 

  • Represent the maintenance team in cross-functional discussions and meetings when required. 

  • Provide facility and manufacturing support including participation in on-call rotations or shifts outside normal working hours (nights, weekends, or holidays) as needed. 

  • Available to work the various shifts (day, swing, graves, weekends, holidays, 5x8hrs, 4x10hrs, 3 or 4x12hrs) or as needed. 

Additional Required Skills:

  • Good organizational skills and the ability to read and understand technical documentation such as operating manuals and engineering drawings. 

  • Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time and lift up to 35 pounds. 

  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction and communicate task status effectively. 

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The technical professional we seek is a collaborative and motivated team player with the following qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school/GED + 1 year of maintenance, operations, manufacturing work experience or military experience OR​

  • Associate's degree​

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with instrumentation, calibration, and metrology programs

  • Experience in mechanical maintenance with emphasis on sanitary processing equipment and systems

  • Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems

  • Experience working in a cGMP regulated environment

  • Experience documenting work orders in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

  • Ability to interpret P&IDs and technical diagrams

  • Technical school training with hands-on experience in operations, manufacturing, or maintenance.

  • Strong computer and communication skills. 

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance when needed. 

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

  • A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

  • A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

  • Stock-based long-term incentives

  • Award-winning time-off plans

  • Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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Salary Range

71,939.75USD -97,330.25USD

About Amgen Inc

Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures human therapeutics for various illnesses and diseases. The company is values-based and deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious diseases. They offer products for treating illness in the areas of oncology/hematology, cardiovascular, inflammation, bone health, nephrology, and neuroscience.

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Size
24,200 employees
Market Cap
$141.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7.2 billion
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$25.4 billion
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