Associate Director, Maintenance

AbbVie•Waco, TX

12d•$141,500 - $268,500

About The Position

Responsible for managing employees, directly or indirectly, who schedule, implement, or execute maintenance activities for manufacturing equipment and processes, and employees involved in managing or improving facility and utility systems. Oversees site expansion projects in coordination with Project Engineering to ensure they are completed on time, within scope and budget, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or a related field.
Ten years of experience in maintenance.
Five years of experience in facilities management and/or project management.
Seven years of project management experience leading projects.

Nice To Haves

Five years of experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.

Responsibilities

Ensure plant utilities comply with cGMP and regulatory requirements and perform as designed.
Plan, budget, and schedule facility modifications to existing or new spaces, including estimating equipment, labor, materials, and related costs.
Oversee department facilities and equipment repair and maintenance budgets and RFP processes for architectural firms, contractors, and other vendors.
Guide and direct building space allocation, layout, and facility expansions.
Plan and guide the site equipment and facilities maintenance program, including preventive and unscheduled maintenance and the work order system.
Develop the overall equipment, facilities, and utilities maintenance strategy, including lifecycle management.
Create criteria and performance specifications for facilities and equipment to meet operating requirements and building safety codes.
Develop the site energy strategy, including reduction or reuse of electricity, natural gas, and water.
Ensure facilities meet government regulations and environmental, health, and security standards.
Ensure facilities are maintained through staff and vendors.
Plan business continuity for major failures to support rapid recovery and establish appropriate communication channels.
Oversee day-to-day facilities operations conducted by staff and vendors.
Oversee internal moves, including site plan maintenance, physical relocation, and coordination with contractors, vendors, and equipment.
Oversee supply ordering, inventory, and vendor management; may participate in lease negotiations and manage sublease arrangements.
Oversee site expansion projects with Project Engineering to ensure completion on time, within scope and budget, and in compliance with regulatory standards.