Sr Manager, Facilities Maintenance

Re q ui r ed S k ill s & A b i l i t i e s :

• Strong leadership qualities and skills.
• Strong understanding of plant and clean utilities system operation and applicable cGMP requirements with the ability to instruct and guide others on those requirements.
• Strong understanding o f cGMP requirements and design for clean room s including HVAC pressure cascades, pressurization, room air changes and environmental controls .
• Strong technical troubleshooting / problem solving skills. Possess or could gain knowledge with respect to the operation and maintenance of various utilities / process systems and be able to transmit all this knowledge to direct reports and peers.
• Knowledge of a wide variety of typical maintenance tasks including corrective maintenance, troubleshooting systemic problems and the tools and equipment required to perform these maintenance tasks.
• k nowledge using blueprints , equipment manuals, specifications, standard operating procedures, and be able to use proper judgement when taking corrective actions during equipment malfunction.
• Must be able to generate and manage Change Controls and perform Deviation investigations.
• Must be able to develop clear procedures for equipment , utilities and maintenance operations.
• K nowledge of NFPA 70E requirements for safe work practices and be able to guide direct reports and contractors in such requirements.
• K nowledge of FDA, OSHA, EH&S, EPA, and state of Texas requirements and be able to guide direct reports and contractors in such requirements.
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA regulations, and safe work practices.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills.
• Desire to work in a fast paced, state of the art , alternately research and customized manufacturing facility.
• Ability to work quickly and effectively without constant supervision. Ability to lead a combination of 10 + maintenance supervisors / skilled technicians in support of facility maintenance.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint ).
• This role will require a high level of personal organizational skills, experience , and drive . The successful candidate must have a vision of a final state, fully organized Facilities Maintenance department in a highly regulated GMP environment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance development using a GMP Computerized Maintenance management System (CMMS) required .

W o r ki n g Co n di ti on s & P h y sic a l R e q ui r em e n ts:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job .

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to :

• Engage in prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Utilize hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate portable tools, test instruments, computer keyboard, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment.
• Regularly lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders and stairs of varying heights.
• Work under conditions that may be wet or humid.
• Provide support during off shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions and noisy environments.
• Offer 24/7 support for company activities.
• Maintain mandatory attendance.

Minimum Q u a li f ications :

• Bachelor’s degree in a maintenance/facilities or related discipline with a minimum of eight (8) years of qualified experience in a maintenance/facilities or related role within a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility or equivalent, preferably regulated by FDA or any other regulatory agency, OR
• Associate’s degree in a maintenance/facilities or related discipline with a minimum of ten (10) years of qualified experience in a maintenance/facilities or related role within a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility or equivalent, preferably regulated by FDA or any other regulatory agency, OR
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) in a maintenance/facilities or related discipline with a minimum of twelve (12) years of qualified experience in a maintenance/facilities or related role within a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility or equivalent, preferably regulated by FDA or any other regulatory agency
• A minimum of five (5) or more years of previous leadership experience.