Job Description:

Title• Maintenance Mechanic II - Manufacturing FacilitiesReporting• Reports to the Supervisor of Manufacturing FacilitiesPrimary DutiesEnsure the efficient maintenance and reliable operation of the process, HVAC and utility equipment needed to support a GMP manufacturing facility including supporting site laboratoriesOther Responsibilities and Skills• Conduct facility monitoring, alarm and emergency response, routine and non-routine maintenance activities to support facility and warehouse operations. This includes, but is not limited to: air handlers, generators, roof-top-units, humidifiers, process and utility equipment• Perform general facility repairs to other areas of the company that are not governed by GMPs. This includes, but is not limited to: R&D and PD labs, drywall repairs, painting, and other needs throughout the companyQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent plus 3-5 years of related industry experience with 2-4 years of cGMP plant operations experience; certification(s) preferredExperience• Possess prior work experience in a GMP, biotechnology andor FDA regulated environment• Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and general carpentry & repairCompensation• Pay commensurate with skillsexperienceOther• Required to carry a mobile phone at all times and be on call as required to support operations and participate in off-hour emergency coverage as needed• Must be able to climb a ladder, reach, bend and lift loads up to 50 pounds• Must live within commuting distance of Beverly, MACompanyAkston Biosciences leverages its novel fusion protein platform to develop and manufacture new classes of biologics using our novel fusion protein platform. We have built a diverse pipeline of therapeutic candidate including a clinical stage COVID-19 vaccine, ultra-long-acting insulins and autoimmune disease therapies. We own and operate a GMP biologics manufacturing drug substance facility in addition to its research laboratory at its Beverly, Massachusetts location.Akston has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Mechanic II - Manufacturing Facilitiesposition in Beverly, MA. For more information, see Candidates should send CV and cover letter to