Maintenance Technician - Fire & Gas Detection Systems - FFEx

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Novo Nordisk seeks a Maintenance Technician for fire and gas detection life safety systems in the FFEx expansion team in Clayton NC. The role covers troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, training, and on-call support for emergencies, plus weekly checks of fire suppression equipment and permit coordination during maintenance and drills. You will support safety contractors, assist with inspections, and help with expansion drawings and water needs. Ideal candidates have an associate degree or seven years related experience, five years troubleshooting process equipment, and two years supporting integrated life safety systems; pharma cGMP exposure is a plus. Emphasize hands-on mechanical skills, problem solving, and clear communication, and note certifications such as OSHA Fire Safety or NFPA and readiness for on-call shifts.

About the Department

You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk’s 50,000 employees.

FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions

• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one

• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option

• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave

• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products

• Tuition Assistance

• Life & Disability Insurance

• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Responsible for all aspects of fire & gas detection life safety systems, including troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, & training of personnel in their use.

Relationships

Reports to Manager/ Senior Manager.

Essential Functions

• Perform daily monitoring actions, such as reviewing trouble, supervisory, and fire/gas detection alarms, supporting their investigation & correction as needed, to include supporting these actions during off-hours, in order to handle critical or emergency situations
• Conduct weekly line walks of fire suppression systems in each area to verify proper function & integrity of equipment (check pressure gauges, valves & seals, backflow assemblies, fire pump/riser equipment, & fire curtains)
• Respond to integrity issues with any aspect of fire suppression systems
• Perform routine inspection of emergency backup systems (fire panel & fire curtain batteries, etc.)
• Test common audible & visual signals in each building & testing of initiating device from input to output
• Coordinate system impairment (including permits) as needed for maintenance or fire drills
• Ensure that hot work is being safely conducted during bypassing of safety equipment
• Assist metrology with calibrations or other non-routine maintenance/repairs
• Communicate with all safety contractors to handle fire & gas related repairs (write notifications > bring contractor onsite & escort to fix leaking head, faulty smoke detector, etc.)
• Handle fire & gas related repairs (write notifications > bring contractor onsite & escort to fix leaking head, faulty smoke detector, etc.)
• Provide training on fire alarm panels, fire system remote monitoring stations (TSW), & gas Detection monitoring systems
• Coordinate & support contractors in performing semi-annual, annual, & other less frequent inspections
• Support expansion work (drawings, additional water needs, etc.)
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment.     Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in related field from an accredited university required
• May consider a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience with troubleshooting & maintenance of process equipment required
• Certification in OSHA Fire Safety, NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist or similar certification a plus
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with troubleshooting & maintenance of process equipment required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with support of integrated / automated life safety systems (fire alarm systems preferred) preferred
• Experience in pharmaceutical (cGMP) environment a plus
• Solid troubleshooting & problem-solving skills required
• Computer/IT skills to support working with & training others on remote system interfaces preferred
• Familiarity with fire suppression equipment in large industrial settings preferred
• Hands-on mechanical skills for tasks such as leak repair, gasket or valve replacement, sprinkler head adjustment, etc. Preferred
• Attention to detail, ability to think critically & sequentially with proven time management skills as well as excellent communication skills required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.