Supervisor, Equipment Mechanic

Curia; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefit options (eligible day

Paid training

Career advancement opportunities

Education reimbursement

401K program with matching

Learning platform

Job summary

Curia in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Supervisor, Equipment Mechanic to oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial machinery. You will guide a team, read blueprints, and ensure safe, efficient operations aligned with production schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma, 5+ years in pharma manufacturing, and at least 1 year in leadership; a engineering degree is preferred. GMP experience is a plus. Curia offers strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or relevant industry.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a leadership role.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs workers in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment.
• Requisitions and maintains spare parts and materials; interprets policies and enforces safety regulations.
• Interprets specs/blueprints and assigns duties; improves production methods and equipment performance.
• Mentors and develops Equipment Mechanics; collaborates with cross-functional teams and Process Engineers.

Education

Engineering degree (B.S./B.E./B.S. in Engineering)

Job description

Supervisor, Equipment Mechanic in Albuquerque, NM

Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives.

Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with over 30 years of experience partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to provide life-saving treatments to patients.

At Curia, we are on a mission to advance our customers’ therapies from curiosity to cure and ultimately to improve patients’ lives.

Benefits

• Generous benefit options (eligible first day of employment)
• Paid training, vacation and holidays (vacation accrual begins on first day of employment)
• Career advancement opportunities
• Education reimbursement
• 401K program with matching contributions
• Learning platform
• And more!

The Equipment Mechanic Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of employees engaged in the installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial machinery and equipment. This role provides technical guidance in diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic issues, while ensuring safe and efficient work practices. The supervisor plans and assigns work based on production schedules, interprets specifications and blueprints, and oversees adherence to company policies and safety regulations. In addition to managing spare parts inventory and production records, the Equipment Mechanic Supervisor mentors and develops team members, collaborates with cross-functional departments, and partners with Process Engineers to improve equipment performance, manufacturing processes, and overall operational efficiency.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Directs workers in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment. Assists workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment. Directs workers engaged in dismantling, assembling, and installing industrial machinery.
• Requisitions and keeps a supply of spare parts. Studies production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignments. Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of the product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase the efficiency of the shop, department, or work crew. Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems. Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Maintains time and production records. Confers with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments. Interfaces and communicates with the operations team.
• Supports manufacturing personnel and schedule adherence. Leads the team by example. Mentors and develops Equipment Mechanics.
• Works closely with Process Engineer to provide multi-disciplinary support for Processes, equipment, and manufacturing. Performs activities of workers supervised. Instruct team on technical issues SME for Equipment Mechanics.
• Read/interpret SOPs to ensure compliance.
• Maintain up to date trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing or relevant industry
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a leadership role
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering or related field of study with a minimum of three (3) years' experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing or relevant industry, preferred
• Industrial GMP experience in an FDA-regulated environment, preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for leading and supporting a team to achieve organizational objectives. This role also involves fostering a positive work environment, providing guidance and support to your team members, and evaluating performance to drive continuous improvement and achieve both departmental and organizational objectives.

Other Skills And Abilities

• Leads with integrity and respect
• Provides guidance, coaching, and mentorship to team members
• Demonstrates business acumen
• Fosters a collaborative and positive work environment
• Champions change
• Coaches and Develops
• Promotes a safe and healthy work environment by actively identifying and addressing potential hazards, following established safety protocols, participating in safety training programs, and fostering a culture of awareness and responsibility among team members.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail
• Experience with industrial safety programs (i.e., LOTO, Confined Space, etc.)
• Ability to work at elevated heights

Other Qualifications

• Must pass a background check
• Must pass a drug screen
• May be required to pass Occupational Health Screening
• Must be able to obtain and maintain gowning certification
• May be required to wear a respirator
• Education, experience, location and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Please be aware of scammers.

Curia will only send offer letters and requests for sensitive personal information from a curiaglobal.com email address.

Curia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Curia is an E-Verify employer.