Sr Manager-Facilities Support Operations

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company in College Station seeks a Sr. Manager - Facilities Support Operations. This role involves overseeing daily maintenance operations, coordinating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and possess extensive experience in pharma/biotech environments. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. The position offers opportunities for strategic contributions to the operational excellence and efficiency of maintenance functions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility.
• Minimum of five years in a leadership role.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily maintenance operations and work order lifecycle.
• Coordinate maintenance and calibration activities across multiple facilities.
• Develop and maintain MRO inventory strategy.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Knowledge of Blue Mountain RAM

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Familiarity with CMMS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in maintenance/facilities

Associate’s degree in maintenance/facilities

High school diploma or GED with experience

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager

Job description

The Sr. Manager - Facilities Support Operations under the leadership of the Director of Facilities will be responsible for managing the daily maintenance operations including the CCMS/CMMS operation, the work order lifecycle process, the planning and scheduling of maintenance and calibration activities, and the MRO inventory across multiple facilities. This position will oversee the maintenance support operations through strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and cGMPs in a biotechnology facility, coordinating with manufacturing operators, engineers, maintenance and calibration technicians, validation, quality, and external suppliers to deliver excellence in the maintenance operational activities of FLBT. The role also ensures departmental milestones and goals are met in accordance with approved plans and budgets.

Essential Functions

• Accountable as a system owner for the management and operation of the Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager (CCMS/CMMS) across multiple facilities.
• Work with eQMS system administrators on changes, configuration and improvements for the CCMS/CMMS.
• Accountable for daily maintenance operations including work order lifecycle, planning & scheduling, and MRO inventory across facilities.
• Accountable for maintenance/calibration events and Bill of Materials creation and management.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the MRO inventory strategy across facilities.
• Work effectively with team members and system users on CCMS/CMMS issues.
• Coordinate facility shutdowns (systems and equipment) to ensure safety, minimize disruptions, and maintain compliance.
• Recommend improvements to the CCMS/CMMS system for site leadership.
• Evaluate CCMS/CMMS data to identify MTBF and potential improvements using PDMs, RCM, RCA, and other methodologies.
• Conduct periodic reviews and reports on CCMS/CMMS performance and user utilization.
• Work directly with Manufacturing, Validation, QA, Metrology, Maintenance, Facilities, and QC to support department needs related to CCMS/CMMS.
• Plan and schedule calibration and maintenance activities for instrumentation, systems, and equipment across facilities.
• Maintain workload balance across the Metrology and Maintenance Departments.
• Develop, write, edit, and/or review SOPs for maintenance operations.
• Implement, maintain, and monitor departmental KPIs to ensure high efficiency.
• Handle multiple priorities quickly and efficiently, delegating tasks to appropriate trades and skill levels.
• Ensure departmental cGMP regulatory compliance at all times.
• Provide leadership to the facilities support operations staff across multiple facilities.
• Assist the Director of Facilities and Executive Leadership Team in establishing strategic directions for maintenance operations and setting objectives.
• Demonstrate continuous personal pursuit of job knowledge, technical proficiency, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and customer‑oriented attitude.
• Assist with writing job descriptions, interviewing, and hiring personnel for maintenance operations.
• Hire, train, develop and evaluate maintenance operations staff, taking corrective action as necessary and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Perform all other duties as needed.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership qualities and skills.
• Strong knowledge of Blue Mountain RAM implementation, calibration procedures, and maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of typical maintenance tasks (PM, spare parts, work order lifecycle, troubleshooting) and general engineering principles and tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; self‑motivated with interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work quickly and effectively without constant supervision; supervise skilled personnel in maintenance operations.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills applied to technical problems.
• Project management skills.
• Detail oriented and accurate.
• Ability to coordinate, facilitate, and organize resources.
• Ability to develop strategic relationships and develop employees within the organization.
• Ability to work effectively under extreme pressure to meet deadlines.
• Well organized, able to handle multiple activities simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and CMMS.
• In‑depth knowledge of calibration, maintenance, and documentation requirements for cGMP manufacturing.
• Experience in startup and commissioning of cGMP facilities.
• High level of personal organization, experience, and drive; vision for final state in a highly regulated GMP environment.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Engage in prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Utilize hand–eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate tools, instruments, and computer equipment.
• Regularly lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders and stairs of varying heights.
• Work under wet or humid conditions.
• Provide support during off‑shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions and noisy environments.
• Offer 24/7 support for company activities.
• Maintain mandatory attendance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in maintenance/facilities or related discipline with a minimum of 8 years of qualified experience in a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility or equivalent, preferably FDA regulated; OR
• Associate’s degree in maintenance/facilities or related discipline with a minimum of 10 years of qualified experience in a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility or equivalent, preferably FDA regulated; OR
• High school diploma or GED in maintenance/facilities or related discipline with a minimum of 12 years of qualified experience in a pharma/biotech manufacturing facility or equivalent, preferably FDA regulated.
• A minimum of five years of previous leadership experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager (CCMS/CMMS).
• Knowledge of quality management software.
• Knowledge of bio‑processing equipment, clean utilities, and single‑use technology.
• Previous experience in a planning/scheduling role.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion, advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

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