Supervisor, Equipment Maintenance 1st Shift

Kindeva•Maryland Heights, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Maintenance Supervisor oversees maintenance and preventive maintenance of production equipment and systems in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The role works the first shift, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with additional time as needed. The supervisor manages maintenance staff and contractors, coordinates equipment and parts purchasing, supports compliance and audit activities, and helps train employees. The position requires gown qualification for entry into the APA and maintaining that qualification.

Requirements

Associate degree in a scientific, technical, manufacturing, business, engineering, or related field and at least two years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; alternatively, at least ten years of supervisory experience in pharmaceutical operations in lieu of a degree.
Must be able to obtain and maintain gown qualification for entry into the APA.

Nice To Haves

Pharmaceutical and/or manufacturing experience.
Experience in regulated environments.
Union leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee repair and maintenance of facility equipment, including HVAC, plant utilities, manufacturing support equipment, and systems.
Schedule and monitor the performance of Maintenance Mechanics and outside maintenance contractors.
Identify and coordinate outside vendors and contractors; research, identify, approve, and purchase parts and equipment to support production, based on need and budget approvals.
Compose new or revised departmental SOPs when processes need updating or efficiency improvements.
Investigate observations from customer, safety, or quality audits and report corrective actions taken.
Investigate ER/QARs and complete required reporting.
Ensure Preventive Maintenance (PMs) and Predictive Maintenance (PdMs) are completed in a timely manner.
Obtain and maintain gown qualification for entry into the APA.
Coordinate maintenance staff activities, including vacations and doctor visits, to ensure appropriate coverage.
Address personnel issues with assistance from the Maintenance Manager and Human Resources.
Assist in training new mechanics and supervisors.
Conduct department and/or shift meetings to communicate company information, audit updates, production schedule updates, and daily safety talks.