Lead Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, Pharma

Kindeva; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + performance;

Comprehensive benefits package

Structured mentorship and professional

Clear career progression path toward S

Job summary

Kindeva cares deeply about patient health and safety. The Equipment Maintenance Supervisor leads maintenance of production equipment and plant systems, aligning with SOPs, quality audits, and safety standards. The role requires coordinating internal staff and outside contractors while ensuring timely preventive and predictive maintenance.

The position supports professional development and offers a clear pathway toward Senior Manufacturing Engineer roles within a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a scientific/technical/manufacturing/business/engineering or related field and at least two years of supervisory experience in manufacturing; or ten years supervisory experience in pharmaceutical operations in lieu of degree.
• Pharmaceutical/manufacturing experience in regulated environments; union leadership experience preferred.
• Must be gown qualified for entry into the APA and maintain qualification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the repair and maintenance of facility equipment including HVAC, plant utilities, and supporting systems.
• Schedule and monitor Maintenance Mechanics and outside maintenance contractors.
• Identify and coordinate outside vendors and purchasing of parts/equipment per need and budget.
• Constitute or revise departmental SOPs when processes require updates or efficiency improvements.
• Investigate observations from audits and report corrective actions; address ER/QARs as required.
• Ensure Preventive Maintenance (PMS) and Predictive Maintenance (PdMs) are completed timely.
• Coordinate maintenance staff resources, vacations, and doctor visits to ensure coverage.
• Address personnel issues with Maintenance Manager and HR as they arise.
• Assist in training new mechanics and supervisors.
• Conduct department/shifts meetings to share updates and safety talks.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Preventive maintenance planning

Vendor coordination

Training and coaching

Education

Associate degree in scientific/technical/manufacturing/engineering or related field

Job description

Kindeva cares deeply about patient health and safety. The Equipment Maintenance Supervisor leads maintenance of production equipment and plant systems, aligning with SOPs, quality audits, and safety standards. The role requires coordinating internal staff and outside contractors while ensuring timely preventive and predictive maintenance.

The position supports professional development and offers a clear pathway toward Senior Manufacturing Engineer roles within a collaborative culture.