Manager, Maintenance

Paladin Labs Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Par Health is seeking a Maintenance Manager - Facilities to ensure safe, reliable operations of HVAC, buildings, labs, warehouses, and utilities. You will lead the HVAC department, manage a facilities team, and coordinate vendor activities to keep systems compliant and efficient.

The role requires 7+ years in facilities management with 3+ years in HVAC/Electrical/Plumbing, a BS degree, and preferred HVAC certification. Strong project management, budgeting, and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, facilities management, or related field.
• HVAC certification highly desirable.
• 7+ years in facilities management; 3+ years in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• LEAN Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge preferred.
• Experience with capital equipment upgrades and knowledge of FDA, cGMP, EPA, OSHA is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day facilities operations including building systems, equipment, and grounds.
• Lead facilities staff: hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Manage facility construction projects from planning to completion with scope, timelines, and budget.
• Monitor projects to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships for quality services and cost control.
• Develop and evaluate Key Process Indicators and conduct regular inspections.
• Ensure compliance with plant, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

HVAC experience

Facilities management

Project management

Communication skills

Lean/Six Sigma knowledge

Education

B.S. in related field

HVAC certification

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why Us? At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With a global workforce, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day.

Job Description Summary The Maintenance Manager - Facilities is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operations of the sites HVAC systems, Buildings, Grounds, Labs, Warehouses, and plumbing and electrical systems. This role ensures that building systems, equipment, and infrastructure operate efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards. The Facilities Manager serves as the primary point of contact for repair, maintenance, and vendor coordination for the site facilities. This individual will also provide independent support across the site, as well as manage the HVAC department, construction crew and maintenance porters. He/she should be an organized problem solver, with exceptional experience in HVAC maintenance and repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee day-to-day facilities operations, including building systems, equipment, and grounds
• Manages facilities staff, including interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluations, ensuring clear role expectations and accountability for performance objectives
• Manages facility construction projects from planning through completion, including developing project scope, timelines, and budget.
• Monitors projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
• Able to effectively manage vendor and contractor relationships to ensure quality services and cost control.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to assess maintenance issues and prioritize work demands
• Assist in the development and evaluation of Key Process Indicators.
• Conducts regular facility inspections to identify current and potential maintenance needs
• Ensure the adherence to plant and governmental agency, quality, and environmental standards
• Manage the site predictive and preventive maintenance activities for equipment within areas of responsibility
• Manage support for weekend/off-shift coverage in areas of responsibility
• Respond to quality audit corrective actions
• Participate in long‑term improvement plans for his/her area
• Provide support personnel for capital projects which impact his/her area
• Manage efforts to improve equipment reliability for his/her area
• Manage corrective actions for repetitive failures
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Facilities Management, or related field preferred. HVAC certification is highly desirable.

Experience: Must have at least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management or building maintenance. Must have 3 years’ experience in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Certification and experience in HVAC systems Certifications in LEAN Manufacturing and Six Sigma Familiarity with computerized maintenance management system

Other Skills/Competencies: Previous project management experience implementing capital equipment upgrades. Knowledge of government regulations – FDA, cGMP, EPA, OSHA preferred. Ability to provide technical support on weekends/off-shifts as needed. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Word, Excel, Access.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE

This position reports to the Engineering, Maintenance & Utilities Manager. This position is responsible for the management of a Maintenance team with responsibility for the troubleshooting, implementation, and maintenance of the Site Facilities Maintenance and HVAC systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The Maintenance Manager – Facilities will work primarily in a manufacturing/maintenance environment. Manufacturing areas are not climate controlled. During summer months, building exhaust fans provide ventilation. Chemicals handled include acids and bases, organic solvents, and inorganic compounds. Chemicals may have characteristic odors or hazardous properties that require special handling. Office and manufacturing environment may require use of personal protective equipment such as hard hat, safety glasses and work boots. Additional PPE may be required on some occasions.

EEO Statement

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Come join us! At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With a global workforce, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day.