Job Title: Boiler House Operator
Location: Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Job Type: Full-time
About Us:
As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.
Description:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Boiler House Operator. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring boilers and all associated equipment. Monitors all critical systems equipment (WFI, chillers, clean steam generators & air compressors). Acknowledges and reports any alarms on BMS systems (Johnson Controls and Siemens). Must be willing to work shift, Holidays, and Weekends.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for shift operation of all boilers and related equipment within the plant.
- Operates three high pressure, two low pressure, and one hot water boiler.
- Monitors WFI, chillers, clean steam generators and BMS systems.
- Operates and maintains four Atlas Copco Oil Free air compressors two desiccant air dryer skids, and associated equipment.
- Records equipment readings once per shift, restarts critical systems equipment after power failures.
- Performs assigned duties related to annual boiler cleaning and state inspection.
- Performs all required mechanical repairs on boiler room equipment.
- Maintains daily logbook of all events/repairs on all equipment.
- Maintains spare parts inventory.
- Reports all parts used for repairs to Chief Stationary Engineer.
- Files purchase requisitions for parts used to Chief Stationary Engineer.
- Reports on number of spare parts on hand.
- Performs boiler water chemical treatment testing.
- Adjusts chemical levels to maintain proper ranges.
- Repairs/replaces chemical, condensate, feed water, and pressure powered pumps as needed.
- Monitors operation of water softeners and dealkalizers.
- Performs facilities maintenance in and around boiler room area including plumbing, electrical, and building repairs.
- Performs weekly testing of diesel fire pump.
- Repairs and rebuilds various types of valves and other equipment.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by the Chief Stationary Engineer/Supervisor.
Qualifications:
We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must possess a current Black seal High Pressure License issued by the State of New Jersey. Working knowledge of computer software at a level to proficiently navigate, input and/or reference data.
- Minimum (5) years’ experience with high-pressure boilers with a strong background in facilities maintenance.
- Must be familiar with building management systems, SCADA systems or equivalent.
Qualifications Language Skills:
Skills:
- Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Reasoning Ability:
- Operator must evaluate boiler operation and performance approximately 25% of shift coverage and make any necessary adjustments.
- Operator must also make routine decisions defined in state mandates and plant SOPs.
- Adept at reading of gauges (pressure, temperature) and boiler water testing and chemical adjustments.
- Must be able to evaluate critical alarm data from the BMS systems and critical utility systems.
Physical Demands:
- Lifting, 1-70 pounds, 25% of the time
- Must be capable of climbing ladders in excess of 10 feet and perform mechanical tasks while on the ladder
Work Environment:
- Indoors: subject to decibel levels ranging from 60db to 90db and extreme heat (in the summer months) equivalent to approximately 35% of shift hours
Compensation:
Hourly Rate: $38.00 per hour. The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
What We Offer*:
- Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
- Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
- A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
- 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
- 11 company paid holidays
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
- Employee discount program
- Wellbeing rewards program
- Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
- Career advancement and growth opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid maternity and parental leave
*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.
Recruiters:
Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
