Description
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $100K – $130K.
About the Role:
The Operations Manager, Facilities Maintenance, reports to the Principal Program Manager, Compounding Lab Equipment & Reliability Maintenance. You will provide high-level support to the Operations Engineering & Maintenance Department by applying predictive and preventive maintenance procedures for all Lab equipment in Pharmacy.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a group of Compounding Facility Technicians/Managers in a multi-shift operation.
- Provide predictive/preventive maintenance on all Lab Equipment, including tablet presses, blenders, mills, hoods, tablet coaters, air compressors, and electrical controls.
- Document maintenance technical and other data on predictive/preventive maintenance charts.
- Conduct repair/troubleshoot duties throughout the pharmacy as required.
- Diagnose and repair all equipment in the labs, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air compressors, and HVAC repairs.
- Identify facilities issues and develop an ongoing strategy to chart trends and take appropriate remedial action.
- Communicate to management all issues that could result in safety risks or loss.
- Work as directed in all areas of the Pharmacy to maintain safety and health standards.
- Perform calibration and testing procedures on equipment.
- Conduct regular checks and measurements to verify equipment performance.
- Maintain calibration records and documentation.
- Ensure all equipment meets regulatory and quality standards.
- Collaborate with quality assurance and regulatory affairs teams.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergencies.
- Work closely with production personnel to coordinate repairs.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost savings.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to implement improvement projects.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
- Ensure all assets, parts, and work orders are updated and tracked in CMMS.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience or experience in a similar regulated industry.
- Demonstrated high-level ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and operate advanced technical equipment.
- 3+ years of formal leadership experience with direct reports.
- Knowledge of and experience with PLC systems and CMMS systems.
- Ability to present problems and solutions in a formal setting.
- Ability to delegate complex tasks and follow up on completion.
- Experience working with multiple facilities and other facility managers.
- Ability to assess talent and provide performance management.
- Formal training or certification in at least one of the following areas: electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air compression, PLC system, or HVAC trades.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 10+ years of maintenance experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
- 10+ years of electrical knowledge and electronic principles.
- Advanced degree/training in engineering, maintenance, or a related field.
- Advanced formal training in lean or six sigma.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and equity compensation.
- Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days.
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
- 401k benefits with employer matching contribution.
- Offsite team retreats.