Maintenance Supervisor

CSL Plasma•Kankakee, IL

35d•$94,000 - $112,000

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor – 24/7 Operations is responsible for leading shift-based maintenance execution in a GMP-regulated biologics manufacturing facility supporting Bulk, Fractionation, and Fill & Finish operations. This role ensures safe, compliant, and reliable operation of critical manufacturing and utility systems across continuous operations. The supervisor provides real-time technical leadership, drives rapid troubleshooting response, and ensures disciplined execution of preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize production downtime while maintaining inspection readiness.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related technical field preferred
7+ years in biotech/pharma maintenance
3+ years in a supervisory or shift-lead role
Strong experience in GMP-regulated biologics manufacturing
Experience supporting at least two of the following:
Bulk biologics production
Plasma fractionation
Aseptic fill & finish
Proficient knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Audit and Investigation Skills, Report Writing Skills.
Ability to develop cohesive presentations
Strong verbal, technical writing, and interpersonal skills are required.
Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office applications, Trackwise, SAP, other)
Must possess a strong knowledge of the FDA and cGMP standards as well as regulatory guidance documents.
Knowledge of multiple problem-solving methods, like Root Cause Analysis methodology (5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication abilities.
Innovation Leadership
Technical Expertise in Asset Management
Data-Driven Decision Making
Change Leadership & Transformation
Cross-Cultural Collaboration
Commitment to CSL values, ethical behavior, inclusive teamwork, and modeling a positive, respectful culture.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate maintenance technicians during assigned shift.
Serve as first-line escalation for production-critical breakdowns.
Drive immediate troubleshooting of equipment impacting: Bulk (chromatography skids, TFF/UF systems, etc.) Fractionation (centrifuges, cold ethanol systems, filter press, etc.) Fill & Finish (isolators, vial fillers, cappers, lyophilizers, inspection)
Prioritize emergency vs. planned work to protect batch integrity.
Ensure structured shift handoff between supervisors and technicians (written + verbal)
Manage and supervise a comprehensive range of maintenance activities, including preventive, predictive, and corrective measures. Ensure that all work orders are processed and closed promptly within the CMMS (SAP Maintenance).
Provide support in diagnosing and resolving complex equipment failures, facilitating effective troubleshooting to achieve optimal performance and minimizing downtime.
Reduce periods of inactivity by conducting root cause analyses and implementing appropriate corrective measures.
Enhance operational reliability by actively supporting initiatives focused on improving system dependability and efficiently managing the entire lifecycle of assets.
Ensure all maintenance work is properly documented in CMMS (SAP).
Verify work order accuracy and documentation completeness.
Initiate emergency change controls when required.
Ensure audit-ready condition at all times.
Support FDA/EMA inspections, including off-shift auditor support if required.
Assign technicians based on skill matrix and equipment criticality.
Train and develop multi-skilled maintenance technicians.
Identify skill gaps and recommend training plans.
Reinforce accountability and performance standards.
Conduct performance feedback discussions.
Partner and collaborate with the Maintenance Planner to continuously improve preventive maintenance (PM) scheduling, enhancing asset reliability, planning efficiency, and schedule adherence Improve spare parts management and critical spares strategy.
Drive 5S and maintenance excellence practices.
Support Lean / TPM / Reliability Centered Maintenance initiatives.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Each shift supervisor has full ownership of maintenance execution during their assigned shift and serves as the primary engineering escalation point for Manufacturing.
Completes any other duties/responsibilities assigned by senior management