Facilities Specialist

Join our innovative team as a Facilities Specialist in a start-up pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. You will play a crucial role in maintaining our plant utilities and facilities, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards, and supporting our manufacturing operations.

• Assist the Manager of Utilities and Facilities Maintenance in developing maintenance plans and job aids for new and existing equipment and buildings.
• Operate and maintain plant utility systems in accordance with established procedures to ensure compliance with applicable CFRs.
• Serve as the subject matter expert and owner of plant utilities, HVAC, and building support equipment.
• Provide on-call support and work off-shift as required to support ongoing manufacturing operations.
• Support the management of site electrical infrastructure, emergency generation, and distribution.
• Lead facility maintenance and repair activities to maintain the facility in a qualified state.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and traceable in accordance with GMP and company requirements.
• Provide oversight to junior facilities staff.
• Assist in scheduling and planning maintenance activities on equipment and buildings.
• Liaise with all departments regarding maintenance matters.
• Evaluate third-party service providers and parts.
• Supervise and provide oversight to suppliers/contractors on site to ensure maintenance work aligns with contracts, regulatory requirements, and SOPs.
• Review and implement relevant maintenance SOPs and policies.
• Participate in performing risk assessments for facilities activities and reviewing/amending them annually.
• Provide technical support to production and other core disciplines during process development and validation activities.
• Support regulatory and customer audits.

• Knowledge of utility systems such as water systems, WFI, waste neutralization systems, air compressors, and process gases.
• Experience with plant steam systems and industrial plant electrical infrastructure, including diesel emergency generators, UPS power systems, and transfer gear.
• Proficiency in HVAC, air conditioning, and plumbing.
• Experience with autoclaves, parts washers, and single-use technologies.
• Familiarity with isolators, fillers, packaging/labeling equipment.
• Experience using CMMS, BMS, SCADA, or other computerized systems.
• Proficiency in GMP and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of hydraulics.

• High school diploma or associate degree in a technical discipline.
• Previous GMP experience is highly preferred.
• Understanding of general industry practices and standards.
• Customer-focused and passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
• Ability to work accurately in a busy and demanding environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive with initiative.
• Self-motivated and forward-thinking with drive and determination.
• Excellent team player.
• Reliable, conscientious, and dedicated.
• Ability to frequently bend, lift, and carry materials and equipment throughout the day.
• Ability to work to prescriptive standards.
• Commitment to learning and development.
• Ready to embrace the principles of the Resilience culture.

This role is set in a dynamic start-up pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The environment is fast-paced and demands a proactive approach. You will be part of a team that values innovation, dedication, and a strong commitment to quality. Dress code is professional, and the facility operates under strict cGMP standards.

This is a Contract position based out of Durham, NC.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Durham,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $30 - $35