Manager of Utilities

Sartorius; Yauco (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

14 holidays annually

Campus facilities

Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement plan

On-site cafeteria

Job summary

Sartorius in the United States is seeking a Manager of Utilities to lead the powerhouse, HVAC, water systems, electrical substations, and related utilities critical to production. You will supervise skilled staff and collaborate with EH&S and buildings managers to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, cost control, and continuous improvement to support a safe and efficient workplace. Strong leadership and technical expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10 years of progressive experience in operation, management and maintenance of utilities.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple business partners and prioritize tasks.
• Strong management and administrative skills and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate installations and refurbishments to utilities systems.
• Oversee upkeep of equipment and supplies meeting health and safety standards.
• Inspect buildings and determine repairs with the general service manager.
• Review utilities consumption and work to minimize costs.
• Manage insurance plans and service contracts.
• Maintain financial and non-financial records.
• Contract services for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and utilities as needed.
• Ensure mechanical and electrical operations are safe and efficient.
• Review contractor performance and direct reports under supervision.

Skills

Supervision

Management

Electrical/Mechanical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

The of Manager of Utilities will be responsible to directs and manages the overall operation of the powerhouse, chilled water, heating ventilation air conditioning (HVAC) and supply (city water, RO water, cooling tower system), electrical systems (substations) and emergency power systems, air compressors, steam, and any other critical peripheral systems to support normal production scheme. The utilities manager meets responsibilities through supervisory skilled staff and through the maintenance of close collaboration with the Environmental Health and Safety and the General Service (buildings) managers and in compliance with local, state and federal regulations. The goal is to ensure our business's accommodation is problem-free and safe so that employees can work under the best conditions by the implementation and sustaining an effective preventive maintenance program.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all installations and refurbishments to the system or equipment.
• Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards.
• Inspect buildings' structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations in coordination with the general service manager.
• Review utilities consumption and strive to minimize costs.
• Handle insurance plans and service contracts.
• Keep financial and non-financial records.
• Contract services for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and general utilities as per needs.
• Ensure all mechanical and electrical operations are efficient and safe.
• Review and approve the work performance by contractors and direct reports under supervision.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in any related Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical is preferred).

A minimum of 10 years of progressive responsible experience in the operation, management, and maintenance of utility production and supporting auxiliary equipment and system.

Ability to work with multiple business partners (supervisors, engineers, operations, and maintenance) and prioritize when needed.

Management and administrative skills (the ability to analyze, delegate, and organize) are required.

Able to read and understand complex electrical, mechanical and automation systems.

What We Offer

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 14 paid holidays annually
• Impressive campus: Located on 219,000 square meters, our campus is home for more than 1,000 employees.
• We offer conference areas, and a development center
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance along with Company Retirement Plan
• On-site cafeteria and coffee shop
• On-site occupational health offices including Laboratory Services

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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About Sartorius

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