Director of Facilities

Fujifilm•College Station, TX

About The Position

The Director of Facilities at Fujifilm Biotechnologies Texas (FLBT) is responsible for overseeing a diverse team of facilities personnel. This role focuses on the operation of buildings, site services, metrology activities, and the maintenance of utilities, equipment, and biotechnology manufacturing facilities. Leadership responsibilities may extend to supervising the Security team. The ideal candidate will ensure the efficient and effective operation of all physical assets and infrastructure, maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for employees and visitors alike.

Requirements

Extensive Knowledge of facilities maintenance, building management, equipment operations, and mechanical and electrical/electronic systems and processes.
Work closely with Texas A&M maintenance and support staff to properly maintain NCTM facility.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Possess or can apply these skills to resolve technical problems and gain knowledge about the operation and maintenance of utility/process systems.
This position coordinates and communicates with other departments using complex biological and scientific processes and equipment. This position requires strong communication skills and must be well versed in the bio-tech industry.
Working knowledge of industry practices and regulations (e.g. GxP, ISO, ICH, Annex 1, etc.) across multiple health authorities (e.g. FDA, EMA, MHRA, etc.).
Extensive experience with clients and regulatory audits.
Knowledge and understanding of OSHA, EH&S, EPA, and state of Texas requirements.
Proficient with MS Office products and project management software.
Strong project management, interpersonal, cross- cultural, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate leadership and mentorship skills.
Must have experience working in the following areas:
HVAC Systems supplying controlled conditioned air to clean room and non-clean room environments for containment and elimination of cross contamination
Chillers and Chilled Water Systems
Boilers and Steam Systems
Water Systems (RODI, Purified, and/or Water for Injection Systems, multiple buildings)
Process Gases including Instrument/Process Air, CO2, O2 Systems
Refrigeration (Cold Rooms, Freezers, Refrigerators) Systems
Building Automation/Monitoring and Control Systems
Building Security/Access Systems
Waste Inactivation and Neutralization Systems
Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression Systems
Drafting and implementing Standard Operating Procedures for maintenance, pest control, metrology, and other facility functions.
Master of Science degree in engineering/technical field with 12 years of qualified experience in a Facilities / Engineering role in a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility or equivalent, preferably regulated by FDA or any other regulatory agency; OR
Bachelor of Science degree in engineering/technical field with 14 years of qualified experience in a Facilities / Engineering role in a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility or equivalent, preferably regulated by FDA or any other regulatory agency
A minimum of eight (8) or more years of previous leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of bio-processing equipment, clean utilities, and single use technology
Knowledge of Quality management software
Engineering degree preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Biomedical areas.

Responsibilities

Oversee overall building operations, including maintenance and metrology, site services, planning and scheduling, MRO, Security, and compliance groups.
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of facility systems such as but not limited to HVAC, RO/DI water, WFI, Clean Steam, Clean Gases, Boilers, Chillers, Electrical, UPS, Back-Up Power, Waste, etc.
Oversee housekeeping, space planning, landscaping, and parking facilities to maintain a clean and organized environment.
Manage relationships with external service providers to ensure high-quality maintenance and service delivery.
Develop and implement strategies for building operations, ensuring optimal efficiency and functionality.
Ensures proper operation of systems in compliance with required regulations and codes.
Conduct troubleshooting of facility infrastructure and production equipment. Implement and manage planned maintenance programs utilizing historical data and metrics to evaluate equipment performance.
Inspects the progress of any building construction and modification and/or equipment installation to current FLBT and GMP standards.
Anticipates future demands for facility maintenance resources and screens and hires staff to support those needs.
Provides staff development and training for operations personnel in the function of facility equipment.
Develops operating budgets including capital requirements to improve productivity.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of facilities operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.
Advise on new developments impacting profit, schedules, costs, relations, and inter-departmental cooperation.
Develop and implement emergency response plans to ensure safety and facility readiness in crisis situations.
Other duties as assigned.