What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Facilities position at Astrix?
Astrix's Facilities Supervisor Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled Facilities Supervisor to play a key role in supporting and elevating facility operations for our client, a global leader in biopharmaceutical research and manufacturing.
This hands-on leadership position is responsible for maintaining facility infrastructure, ensuring compliance with cGMP and FDA regulations, and driving operational efficiency through preventive maintenance programs and technical project execution.
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We are seeking a skilled Facilities Supervisor to play a key role in supporting and elevating facility operations for our client, a global leader in biopharmaceutical research and manufacturing.
This hands-on leadership position is responsible for maintaining facility infrastructure, ensuring compliance with cGMP and FDA regulations, and driving operational efficiency through preventive maintenance programs and technical project execution.
About the Role:
- Lead and manage facility maintenance projects, including equipment installation, upgrades, and repairs.
- Oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, including HVAC, high-pressure boilers, plumbing, utilities, and other facility systems.
- Collaborate with internal teams to forecast equipment and maintenance needs aligned with production goals.
- Manage procurement of parts and materials for routine and emergency repairs.
- Develop and enforce a robust Preventive Maintenance Program to maintain regulatory compliance and minimize downtime.
- Conduct root cause analyses and contribute to quality improvement initiatives through CAPA execution and technical reporting.
- Provide leadership and training to maintenance staff while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- ~8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.
- ~Prior experience managing maintenance operations for critical systems such as HVAC, boilers, utilities, and facility infrastructure.
- ~ Comfortable with shift flexibility depending on business needs.
- ~ Strong computer and ERP/Maintenance Management System skills.
About Us:
Astrix partners with clients to drive innovation and growth. We help organizations navigate complex challenges and achieve their objectives by leveraging our expertise and resources.
Familiarity with:
- Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing and GMP compliance.
- Familiarity with facility and equipment compliance requirements under FDA regulations.
- Hands-on knowledge of building systems and utilities essential to manufacturing environments.
