Utility and Facility Maintenance Manager

Do you want to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to improve the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company which, since its foundation in Barcelona in 1909, has been working to improve the health and well-being of people all over the world. Our four divisions - Bioscience, Diagnostic, Hospital and Bio Supplies - develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 100 countries and regions.

**Position Title**:Utility and Facility Maintenance Manager

**Reporting to**: Senior Manager in Engineering

**Summary**:
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all non-GMP utility, HVAC, and refrigeration systems. Manages site facility, electrical, and building and grounds maintenance programs. Responsible for Fire and Life Safety, Environmental, Security, and MRO Storeroom.

**Primary responsibilities for role include but are not limited to the following**:

- Responsible for the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of all site non-GMP utility generation and distribution systems.
- Manage maintenance activities for assigned mechanical and electrical equipment - including PMs, calibrations and corrective maintenance efforts required to ensure efficient, reliable, and uninterrupted plant operations in support of production goals.
- Responsible for the management of all facility maintenance activities including building and grounds maintenance, janitorial, pest control, and elevators.
- Oversee fire protection systems, industrial safety, security, risk management efforts and processes.
- Responsible for site environmental programs to ensure compliance.
- Collaborates with other peer Facilities groups (GT, GDS, GBI, GPO, etc.) and local Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality departments, etc. to meet site goals and objectives.
- Conduct timely/competent root cause analyses and recommend/implement innovative, efficient, and effective corrective actions resulting in stable and capable processes.
- Track and evaluate critical process data to recommend continuous process improvement. Participate in equipment troubleshooting in order to correct/maintain quality production. Recommend and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, facility layout, and quality of product.
- Lead, manage, and develop the Facilities organization ensuring appropriate staffing levels, organizational structure, and technical knowledge to support compliance and business objectives.
- Analyze/trend maintenance costs to prioritize improvement activities.
- Manage and monitor department’s operating budget.
- Support a smooth transition of new equipment projects from engineering to manufacturing.
- Ensures regulatory compliance with operating procedures and documentation in the maintenance department.
- Additional Responsibilities:_ Maintain current knowledge of regulatory and industry standards, trends and advancements through independent reading and training. Responsible for development of the department, including motivating in a manner that promotes the achievement of Grifols business goals and objectives. Provide hands-on guidance and training when needed. Appraise performance of department personnel, coach and counsel employees. Address complaints and resolve employee related problems with the collaboration of Human Resources. Build organizational competency and succession plans. Involved in interviewing/selection process of hiring or promoting department personnel. Conduct performance reviews of personnel.
- This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. The description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Managers and/or supervisors may assign other duties as needed.

**Skills/Qualifications/Education Requirements**:(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or closely related scientific/technical discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of engineering/maintenance experience preferably in an FDA regulated manufacturing facility - pharmaceutical, biologics, biotech, or medical device industry.
- Managerial experience - preferably in an FDA regulated environment. Minimum 3 years of Pharmaceutical/Biotech machinery experience.
- Strong knowledge of cGMPs, FDA regulations, and industry guidelines, as well as international regulatory guidelines.
- Demonstrated strong mechanical skills with sound ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to motivate, guide, train, coach and develop subordinates.
- Excellent