Maintenance Supervisor

100% onsite in Summerville, SC. 

At Thorne we make products that matter - ones that make people's lives better. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. You’ll be joining a team of more than 700 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for planning, prioritizing, and participating in the installation, setup, maintenance and repair of all production equipment and utilities

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT employee.

RESPONSIBILITIES – Satisfactorily performing and/or achieving the following Responsibilities are essential duties of the job.

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and participate in the work of staff responsible for the installation, setup, repair and maintenance of Thorne manufacturing equipment and utilities. 
• Establish schedules, methods, and inspections to ensure all equipment is maintained to maximize production availability, remains in as-designed and/or validated states at all times, and operates in a constant state of inspection readiness in compliance with cGMP requirements. 
• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance mechanic/technician and machinist duties. 
• Work with Production, Engineering, and Quality on new system installations or modifications. 
• Coordinate and oversee work performed by outside contractors and vendors. 
• Participate in the defining and development of standards, policies and procedures, as well as staffing and capital needs. 
• Provide after-hours and weekend support for Thorne production and maintenance activities as required. 
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety, environmental practices, area processes, and waste reduction opportunities.
• Know and follow the Maintenance Department policies and procedures and Thorne Research policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Build and lead a highly performing team, secure the best talent, develop and strengthen staff and future leaders, and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Conduct formal and informal performance assessments of staff, including performance versus expectations and goals, behaviors and leadership potential, and seek the same for self. 
• Actively participate in required training and development programs and electives as suit one’s needs, and support colleagues, trainers, and management as appropriate with these efforts.
• Promote the Company’s Mission and Values, including an accountable, innovative, and results-oriented culture that promotes customer service, openness, teamwork, mutual trust, and respect.
• Keep Facilities Director and Safety Officer informed of potential maintenance operational risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.

 What You Need:

• By training, education and/or experience, employee must be able to perform the essential duties of the job. 
  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. 
  • 6 years of hands on production equipment maintenance experience as a mechanic/technician is required. 
  • 2 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing facility is required. 
  • Associates or bachelor’s degree in a relevant area is preferred. 
  • Previous experience in cGMP Nutraceutical, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, or Food manufacturing preferred. 
  • Previous experience using a CMMS to manage work is preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver upon business objectives within stated timeframes.
  • Ability to build, develop, motivate, and engage high-performance teams and work cross-functionally.
  • Good interpersonal skills and engage others in a positive manner. 
  • Strong attention to detail. 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Document and present work in a clear and concise manner

PHYSICAL DEMANDS – Being able to meet the Physical Demands of the job is an essential duty of the job.

• Must be able to work in a stationary position as well as move about unassisted for a 10-hour or 8- hour shift, and when necessary, in an enclosed room. 
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as circumstances arise during the course of a shift.
• Must be able to operate, activate, use, prepare, and clean equipment or machinery, occasionally grasping with force and using twisting wrist movements. 
• Must be able to hear and converse with supervisors and other employees. 
• Must be able to see and read small print. 
• Must be able to work in a moderate noise level environment. 
• Must be able to move or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds from floor to table and from table to floor, occasionally, during a 10-hour or 8-hour shift. 
• Must have sufficient range of motion with arms and hands to reach overhead and to the side, often repetitively, during a 10-hour or 8-hour shift. 
• Must be able to ascend/descend a ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds of materials.

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THORNE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thorne values diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, marital status, gender identification or expression, medical condition (including genetic characteristics) or any other protected characteristic as established by law.