Senior Manager, Maintenance

Kyowa Kirin, Inc.- U.S. • Sanford, NC

315d • Onsite

About The Position

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to make people smile by delivering breakthroughs where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, Massachusetts, and Ontario. The Senior Manager of Maintenance will play a critical role in providing tactical direction and leadership for maintaining drug substance manufacturing operations at the new Kyowa Kirin North America monoclonal antibody drug substance manufacturing facility in Sanford, NC. Initially, the Sr. Manager will be an individual contributor but will later manage a team of maintenance professionals. During the facility's startup phase, the Senior Manager of Maintenance will assist in design efforts, develop training programs, maintenance policies and procedures, and implement curricula and learning plans for the site. Additionally, they will be heavily involved in facility construction and startup activities to ensure a safe and injury-free environment. This role is responsible for leading all aspects of a facility's maintenance operations, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of preventative and corrective maintenance activities, leading a team of maintenance technicians while ensuring equipment uptime, safety compliance, and cost-effective operations across the facility, often requiring strategic planning for long-term maintenance needs and capital improvement projects. The role is responsible for acting on behalf of the company, specifically regarding the promotion of safe, professional work practices and conditions that comply with environmental, health, and safety policies and regulations. It is the Senior Manager of Maintenance's responsibility to ensure that all employees follow safety protocols and procedures. This includes conducting safety audits, investigating and reporting incidents, and developing safety programs. As a people leader, you will embody compassionate, people-centric leadership to guide and support our team. You will collaborate closely with others, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment while driving team development. Your work will reflect the organization's values and integrity in all your actions. Utilizing situational leadership and emotional intelligence, you will align diverse viewpoints, manage stakeholders, and make empathetic decisions to address individual and team needs effectively. You will also be results-oriented, ensuring that your team not only adapts to challenges but also delivers measurable outcomes that align with business objectives. Additionally, you will help teams navigate through change and uncertainty with resilience and clarity, enabling them to adapt to fast-evolving, rapidly scaling environments and meet new challenges in the biotech industry with a patient-focused mindset.

Requirements

• Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree, in Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical.
• 5 years - 10 years of applicable experience.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in industrial maintenance management, including leadership roles; pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and optimize maintenance costs.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills.
• Experience with starting up and operating a biopharma manufacturing facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of maintenance supervisors, technicians, and specialists.
• Provide coaching, development, and performance management for maintenance staff.
• Foster a culture of safety and compliance within the maintenance team.
• Design, develop and implement comprehensive maintenance plans and schedules, including preventative maintenance programs.
• Monitor and analyze maintenance KPIs to identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee the timely completion of corrective maintenance tasks.
• Manage maintenance work orders and ensure proper documentation.
• Develop and manage the maintenance budget, including parts inventory and capital expenditures.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement optimization strategies.
• Oversee major maintenance projects, including planning, scheduling, and budget management.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on equipment upgrades and modifications.
• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and procedures within the maintenance department.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and training programs.
• Generate detailed reports on maintenance performance, including equipment reliability and downtime.
• Analyze data to identify trends and make informed decisions about maintenance strategies.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree