Associate Maintenance Planner at Legend Biotech

Ghent, Flanders, Belgium

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceutical, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 4 years in maintenance, engineering, or operations planning within industrial manufacturing or regulated environments (experience in pharmaceutical cleanrooms under aseptic conditions is a plus)
  • Proficient in technical English, with the ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and documentation
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy
  • Team player with a proactive mindset
  • Capable of working under supervision in a dynamic setting
  • Expertise in maintenance planning principles
  • Expertise in technical installations and equipment in regulated environments
  • Expertise in cGMP and industry regulations
  • Expertise in validated systems and documentation standards
  • Expertise in CMMS and maintenance documentation best practices

Responsibilities

  • Plan, prioritize, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for production and lab equipment
  • Prepare and execute shutdown activities with minimal operational disruption
  • Align maintenance schedules with operational and QC needs, ensuring business continuity and equipment reliability
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams to ensure compliance with Quality, EHS, and regulatory standards
  • Prepare complete work packages including work orders, permits, spare parts, and tools
  • Coordinate access to equipment and schedule appointments with users
  • Serve as a key contact for contractors and vendors, tracking progress and managing documentation
  • Maintain accurate CMMS data and ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
  • Verify contractor work quality and documentation before handover
  • Support a safe, organized, and efficient maintenance environment
  • Monitor and report performance metrics, escalating issues when needed
  • Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and documentation
  • Stay up to date with maintenance standards, SOPs, and regulatory requirements
  • Take ownership during urgent maintenance issues, coordinating resources and follow-up

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Maintenance PlanningCMMSPreventive MaintenanceCorrective MaintenanceWork OrdersShutdown PlanningGDPEHS ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceAsset ManagementPerformance MetricsContinuous ImprovementSOPs

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for the Associate Maintenance Planner role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent experience is required, along with a minimum of 4 years in maintenance, engineering, or operations planning within industrial manufacturing or regulated environments.

What are the key strengths and expertise needed for this position?

Strong organizational and communication skills, detail-oriented mindset, team player attitude, and proactive approach are essential. Expertise includes maintenance planning principles, technical installations in regulated environments, cGMP regulations, validated systems, and CMMS best practices.

What is the work schedule like for this role?

The position offers day hours with an excellent work-life balance.

What is the company culture like for this position?

You'll work in a dynamic environment within the Asset Management organization in Technical Operations, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams where precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement are key.

What makes a strong candidate for the Associate Maintenance Planner role?

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering fields, 4+ years of experience in regulated manufacturing, proficiency in technical English, strong organizational skills, and expertise in cGMP, CMMS, and maintenance planning will stand out.

Legend Biotech

Develops and commercializes cell therapies

About Legend Biotech

Legend Biotech develops and commercializes cell therapies aimed at treating serious diseases, particularly cancers like hematological malignancies and solid tumors. Their approach is technology agnostic, allowing them to explore various methods to find effective treatments. The company operates in the personalized medicine sector, focusing on discovering, developing, and bringing new therapies to market. They generate revenue through licensing and selling their therapies, including CAR-T therapies, which involve modifying a patient's cells to combat cancer. Legend Biotech emphasizes transparency with investors, regularly updating them on financial results and business developments.

Franklin Township, New JerseyHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$146.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Remote Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from Amgen's Imdelltra may impact CAR-T therapy focus.
Collaboration with Multiply Labs may face technological challenges, delaying production timelines.
Financial strain from new R&D facility could affect operational focus if advancements lag.

Differentiation

Legend Biotech focuses on novel cell therapies for oncology, including CAR-T and NK cells.
The company is technology agnostic, exploring multiple platforms for effective cancer treatments.
Legend Biotech's CARVYKTI® is the first BCMA-targeted CAR-T therapy approved for second-line use.

Upsides

Recent FDA and European approvals for CARVYKTI® expand its market reach in multiple myeloma.
New R&D facility in Philadelphia boosts innovation in next-generation cell therapies.
Alan Bash's appointment could accelerate CARVYKTI®'s growth and market penetration.

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