Maintenance Manager, 24/7 GMP Start-Up

MSD Malaysia; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Animal Health invites applications for a senior maintenance leadership role in De Soto, Kansas. You will build and lead a brand‑new maintenance team to support 24/7 formulation, filling, lyophilization, and utility operations, while ensuring cGMP compliance and a strong safety culture.

You will oversee the maintenance group, drive efficiency, and implement CMMS to track work orders and history. A strong mechanical/electrical background and extensive leadership experience are required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in applicable field or equivalent trade school/military training with extensive industrial leadership experience.
• 10+ years of engineering, maintenance, or operations experience.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude with proven problem‑solving skills.
• Organized planner and leader with hands‑on capability when needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; collaborative and team‑oriented.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a brand‑new maintenance team to support 24/7 formulation and operations.
• Oversee maintenance group performance, set expectations, and foster safety culture.
• Improve efficiency through planning, scheduling, and downtime reduction.
• Oversee CMMS setup to track work orders, parts, and equipment histories.
• Support commissioning, qualification, and startup of the new facility.
• Coordinate with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely, compliant startup.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP and support regulatory audits.

Job description

MSD Animal Health invites applications for a senior maintenance leadership role in De Soto, Kansas. You will build and lead a brand‑new maintenance team to support 24/7 formulation, filling, lyophilization, and utility operations, while ensuring cGMP compliance and a strong safety culture.

You will oversee the maintenance group, drive efficiency, and implement CMMS to track work orders and history. A strong mechanical/electrical background and extensive leadership experience are required.