Manufacturing Maintenance Manager

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the biotech sector is seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Manager to oversee the Equipment Maintenance and Metrology department. This role involves managing maintenance activities, optimizing equipment uptime, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, leadership experience, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing operational efficiency and supporting manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of lead or supervisory experience in a GMP/ISO-regulated environment.
• Mandatory understanding of validated systems and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the Equipment Maintenance Team to minimize equipment downtime.
• Maintain the Equipment Maintenance Schedule and preventive maintenance activities.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Literacy

Data Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Document Management Systems

Quality Management Systems

Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

As the Manufacturing Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for managing and directing the day-to-day activities of the Equipment Maintenance and Metrology department. The duties will include coordinating, prioritizing, assigning, tracking, and overseeing all maintenance & calibration activities of production equipment and systems. Conduct OEE optimization and risk mitigation against unplanned downtime for all equipment that supports manufacturing at QSD Bio-Rad. Work with the team to improve uptime and reduce the "mean time to repair" for all equipment used in production by managing an effective preventative maintenance (PM) schedule, ensuring PM requirements are appropriate and adequate, effective spare parts management, and a well-planned equipment life-cycle management program. Assure proper calibration of equipment through management of metrology contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with contractual terms is maintained and Bio-Rad calibration requirements are supported. Support and/or initiate new equipment purchases and plan for installation, future service, preventative maintenance, and calibration support.

You will develop the capabilities of your team through individualized training and development plans. Ensure a “deep bench” is maintained through succession planning and effective performance/development management of the team. Encourage cross-functional collaboration with other departments (e.g., facilities, ME, production) to drive efficiencies and leverage available talent.

How You'll Make An Impact:

1. Manage and develop the Equipment Maintenance Team to ensure manufacturing activities can progress with minimal equipment downtime.
2. Maintain the Equipment Maintenance Schedule and preventive maintenance activities in accordance with SOP and QMS, to ensure optimal OEE. Minimize unscheduled repair and service time through effective spare parts inventory management.
3. Maintain the Metrology Program to ensure compliance with SOP and QMS. Manage internal stakeholder collaboration and third-party service providers for timely calibration of equipment.
4. Develop personnel, procedures, and processes to ensure optimal internal customer support and throughput efficiencies.
5. Develop a mastery of internal processes (SAP, Document Management, Quality Management, Maintenance and Metrology Management Systems) to ensure high departmental performance compliant with regulations.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s or higher degree, preferably in Engineering or a similar technical field.
• 5+ years of lead or supervisory experience, preferably in a GMP/ISO-regulated environment.
• Mandatory understanding of validated systems, processes, metrology, and equipment maintenance.
• Preferred experience with Lean/Six Sigma and computerized maintenance and metrology management systems.
• Required strong organizational skills, computer literacy, and data/file management.