Senior Site Plumber

Role Summary

The Sr. Site Plumber will oversee plumbing operations and maintenance for a GMP manufacturing facility. This role ensures reliable operation of critical utility systems and supports manufacturing processes by performing and supervising plumbing-related tasks. The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently while guiding junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plumbing systems and related utilities, including: Potable water, process water (RODI/USP/WFI), plant steam, clean steam, alcohol handling systems (SDA, ethanol), fire protection, wastewater treatment, and compressed gas systems (air, N2, etc.).
• Support installation, troubleshooting, and repair of facility and process equipment requiring plumbing expertise.
• Interpret technical drawings, piping diagrams, and specifications for system maintenance and upgrades.
• Train and mentor junior technicians; act as a subject matter expert for plumbing systems.
• Respond to emergency service calls and resolve issues promptly while adhering to safety and compliance standards.
• Knowledge and capability to work with hazardous and flammable materials.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities in compliance with GDP and GMP requirements.
• Engage in the organization’s Reliability program and contribute to system improvements.
• Participate in on-call rotation for off-hour emergencies and weekend walkthroughs.

Qualifications

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Required: 5+ years of plumbing experience in a cGMP environment.
• Required: Journeyman or Master Plumber’s License.
• Required: Ability to work independently and lead a team effectively.

• Preferred: Experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
• Preferred: Additional licensure in Wastewater, Refrigeration/Air Conditioning, or Electrical.
• Preferred: Additional relevant certifications such as HAZWOPER, OSHA 10/30, hoisting license, etc.
• Preferred: Familiarity with CMMS systems for tracking work orders.
• Preferred: Strong communication skills and ability to manage time effectively.

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities
• Knowledge of CMMS systems for tracking work orders