Maintenance Manager

Job Overview

This role leads the Maintenance, Facilities, and Utilities functions for the Bethlehem site. The position ensures reliable operation of site infrastructure, utilities, preventive maintenance programs, and compliance with cGMP and safety standards. The leader ensures the site is continuously audit-ready and supports all departments through timely and efficient maintenance services.

Reporting Structure

Reports directly to the Site Head.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Maintenance & Facilities Leadership

• Oversee all Maintenance and Facilities operations including Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Utilities, Water Systems, and general site infrastructure.
• Ensure 100% availability of critical utilities with minimal downtime to support production requirements.
• Lead work order execution, repairs, corrective maintenance, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Own and manage the CMMS, ensuring accurate data entry, timely updates, and effective planning/scheduling.
• Implement Mechanical Integrity programs in alignment with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
• Ensure all civil-related and facility infrastructure needs are efficiently managed and executed.

Compliance & Quality

• Oversee calibration and PM programs to ensure compliance with cGMP, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain audit readiness at all times; drive zero-observation outcomes during customer, regulatory, and internal audits.
• Ensure documentation, logs, and maintenance records meet compliance standards.

Financial & Administrative Management

• Develop and manage the Maintenance and Facilities budget, ensuring all expenses remain within approved levels.
• Review and approve maintenance-related purchases, requisitions, and documentation.
• Support site projects by coordinating utility shutdowns, facility access, maintenance readiness, and required infrastructure work.

Reliability & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and monitor Maintenance Excellence KPIs (e.g., MTBF, MTTR, planned work %, schedule adherence).
• Implement continuous improvement and reliability best practices across Maintenance and Facilities activities.
• Drive innovative ideas and process improvements to enhance uptime, reduce costs, and improve service to operations.

People Leadership

• Ensure training, qualification, coaching, and development of Maintenance and Facilities personnel.
• Manage performance, engagement, and progression of team members.
• Build a strong service-oriented culture focused on responsiveness and reliability.

Key Competencies

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Professional and customer-service-oriented demeanor
• Ability to develop creative and practical solutions
• Motivational and energetic leadership style
• High level of confidentiality
• Strong coaching and team development abilities

Education & Experience Requirements

• Broad knowledge of heating systems, boilers, HVAC, electrical systems, instrumentation, fire-protection systems, roofing, building maintenance, and general repairs.
• Understanding of Federal, State, and County codes related to building, occupancy, boilers, and fire protection.
• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in a chemical, API, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years leading maintenance personnel
• Experience leading facilities, utilities, or maintenance teams
• Experience in a PSM-regulated environment preferred.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and basic computer applications.
• Knowledge of cGMP, regulatory requirements, safety standards, and quality norms.
• Strong background in budgeting and cost control.
• Working knowledge of civil/facilities management for ongoing site support.