Maintenance Manager

The Maintenance Manager reports to the Vice President of Engineering and is responsible of all maintenance functions of physical plant, utilities and manufacturing equipment including aseptic filling and packaging. Responsible for planning, assigning, and directing a team of maintenance technicians. Supervise and plan all maintenance, repairs, equipment upgrades, and projects performed over multiple shifts. Review and approve all maintenance work orders for accuracy and compliance.

Why Join Leiters Health?

Are you passionate about making a real impact in the pharmaceutical industry? Do you thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment where your skills and ideas are valued? Look no further - Leiters Health is seeking talented individuals like you to join our dynamic team!

At Leiters Health, we're not just another pharmaceutical company - we're pioneers in the field, dedicated to delivering high-quality compounded sterile products and outsourced solutions to healthcare providers nationwide. Our commitment to excellence and patient safety is at the core of everything we do.

• Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking company that encourages creativity, welcomes fresh ideas, and fosters an environment of continuous improvement.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to a purpose-driven organization dedicated to providing critical medications and healthcare solutions that positively impact patients' lives.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training, mentorship, and growth opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career within a rapidly growing industry.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with state-of-the-art facilities and advanced technologies, staying ahead of the curve in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of passionate individuals who are dedicated to teamwork, support, and mutual success, fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration.

Who We're Looking For:

We're seeking enthusiastic individuals who are driven, adaptable, and passionate about contributing to a mission-driven organization. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, Leiters Health provides an environment where your skills and talents will be recognized and appreciated. Sound like you? Apply today!

Essential Functions:

This description is intended to be illustrative of the major duties performed by the employee assigned to this position.

• Initiate and drive continuous improvement of maintenance methods and/or projects to reduce equipment downtime and reactive maintenance response.
• Deploy strategies in reliability that build maintenance and technician capabilities.
• Utilize visual factory concepts to improve and communicate asset utilization and plant performance.
• Ensure proper utilization of Blue Mountain Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Develop and deploy 24/7 FMS alarm monitoring, response, and acknowledgement.
• Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to assist the F & E team in solving operational issues.
• Ensure all company and site Engineering policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Report appropriate project and work task status to the VP Engineering, project team members and project management personnel.
• Lead biannual site facility shutdown coordinating all preventative maintenance and calibration activities.
• Manage and resolve equipment and building technical issues or changes arising throughout the project life cycle while also ensuring the overall project objectives of scope, cost and schedule are adhered to.
• Ensure all facilities, utilities and / or equipment are handed over effectively to end users.
• Investigate and troubleshoot equipment failures and complete appropriate deviation and CAPA action items as assigned.
• Examine monthly expenses and approve monthly cost forecasts. Prepare annual expense budget for maintenance.
• Adheres to all applicable procedures, cGMPs, company policies and any other quality or regulatory requirements. (For example: OSHA, DEA, FDA, EMEA, ANVISA, HS&E, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly hire and lead a team of technicians.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment, providing guidance, coaching, and mentoring as needed to achieve a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Conduct regular 1:1’s to address performance, feedback and relationship building.
• Identify training and development needs within the team and facilitate as able.

EXPERIENCE AND NECESSARY COMPETENCIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and/or equivalent experience required.
• 4+ years' experience in managing production and facilities maintenance for a cGMP or FDA regulated environment required. 8+ years preferred.
• Advanced problem solving such as Six Sigma and Lean training, Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Excellent personal coaching skills
• Strong results orientation.
• Excellent matrix management skills and organizational skills.
• Good understanding of ladder logic and its underlying principles.
• Good Troubleshooting and Root cause analysis.
• Proficient in Blue Mountain BMRAM CMMS preferred.
• General understanding of pharma automation and utilities preferred.
• Understanding of 503B regulatory requirements, cGMP standards, and USP guidelines required.
• Proficient written, verbal and oral English communication skills are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including Outlook, Microsoft, and Excel.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds periodically.
• Ability to maintain a gowning qualification.
• Ability to work off-shifts and/or weekends when required.

Benefits:

• Smart healthcare coverage options that rewards wellness (and puts money back in your pocket!)
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts (FSA & HSA) available
• Dental & Vision insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Up to 4% 401K Matching (100% vested on day one!)
• Generous Paid Time Off Options - vacation, sick, paid leave and holidays!
• $5,250 Annual Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program with no limit
• Eligible for annual bonus program

Timeline: We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

*Please note that we do not work with third-party recruiters or agencies for this position. If you are a qualified candidate and wish to apply for this job, please do so directly through our official application process. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.