Supervisor

Farouk Systems Inc•Houston, TX

25d

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising and directing Maintenance employees and maintaining and repairing Farouk System, Inc. buildings, equipment, facilities, and grounds. The role oversees shift operations, assigns daily tasks, and supports production schedules in accordance with ISO 22716 quality standards. It plans and manages preventive maintenance schedules, projects, and outside contractors; reviews work orders; and obtains resource quotes for projects, equipment, and facility needs. The supervisor oversees and performs setup, changeover, and operation of bottle filling, capping, and packing machinery, and diagnoses malfunctions using a voltmeter and other testing devices. The role performs advanced mechanical and electronic troubleshooting, facility repairs, and work involving electrical and electronic systems. It manages parts, equipment, and tools and maintains repair records and compliance documentation. The position ensures adherence to SOPs, cGMP, safety policies, and applicable regulations. It reviews Batch Production Records and preventive maintenance logs, tracks activities in CMMS, and mentors junior technicians in aseptic techniques, equipment operation, and gowning procedures. It also identifies process improvements to reduce scrap and downtime and increase efficiency, while maintaining production schedules and enforcing safe work practices. The role manages team performance, attendance, and shift schedules; coaches employees; and communicates across Quality, Maintenance, and Production. The position requires work in a sterile or controlled environment, including wearing hair and beard nets, and may require extended shifts or weekends to meet production demands.

Requirements

At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
At least 5 years of related experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Experience maintaining mechanical equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial electrical systems.
High school diploma required.
Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or LIMBLE and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to work in a sterile or controlled environment and wear hair and beard nets.
Ability to lift 10 to 20 lbs. constantly, 25 to 50 lbs. frequently, and 50 to 100 lbs. occasionally.
Ability to work extended shifts and/or weekends as needed to meet production demands.
Ability to operate machines, hand tools, and electronic equipment; troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems; and assemble and disassemble equipment.
Excellent project management and planning skills.
Leadership, management, and communication skills.
Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Nice To Haves

ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST-III), NICET, NC3, or similar certification is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct Maintenance employees and oversee shift operations.
Assign daily tasks to operators and ensure production schedules are met in accordance with ISO 22716 quality standards.
Ensure maintenance staff follows safety and company policies and procedures.
Plan and manage preventive maintenance schedules, projects, and outside contractors.
Review job orders to determine work priorities and obtain resource quotes for projects, equipment, and facility requirements.
Observe machinery operation and diagnose malfunctions using a voltmeter and other testing devices.
Set up, change over, and operate bottle filling, capping, and packing machinery while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Perform facility maintenance and repairs, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other facility repairs.
Perform advanced mechanical and electronic troubleshooting to resolve equipment malfunctions, minimize downtime, and support optimal equipment effectiveness.
Plan and perform work involving electrical and electronic theory, wiring specifications, electrical codes, materials, and electronic equipment; perform fabrication and systematic modifications as needed.
Maintain effective management of parts, equipment, and tools.
Ensure adherence to SOPs and cGMP; review Batch Production Records and preventive maintenance logs, track activities in CMMS, and complete compliance documentation.
Keep records of maintenance repairs performed.
Mentor junior technicians in aseptic techniques, equipment operation, and proper gowning procedures while working alongside maintenance staff.
Identify process improvements, including reducing scrap, increasing efficiency, implementing 5S, and reducing downtime.
Enforce safety rules and practices, including Lockout/Tagout, PPE use, and hazardous material handling.
Troubleshoot complex automated machinery and problems involving gears, levers, pulleys, PLCs, sensors, switches, and motor and solenoid control outputs.
Maintain team attendance and shift schedules, address performance issues with the Manager, and coach team members for development.
Communicate effectively across Quality, Maintenance, and Production departments.
Perform other duties as assigned.