Supervisor, Maintenance

HireLifeScience; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies in Holly Springs, NC is seeking a Supervisor, Maintenance to oversee the DP/DSM maintenance team and ensure reliable manufacturing operations. The role focuses on equipment, safety, GMP compliance, and continuous improvement.

You will lead preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, manage maintenance records, and support emergency responses. Strong leadership, CMMS proficiency, and Lean Six Sigma mindset are important for success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of maintenance experience in DP/DSM operations or related
• Experience leading, supervising, or managing others
• Experience in GMP environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Supervises a team of maintenance technicians within DP/DSM ensuring continuous learning and development
• Manages and oversees preventive maintenance and repairs on DP/DSM equipment
• Troubleshoots DP/DSM system issues and coordinates timely repairs while maintaining safety and compliance
• Performs routine inspections and identifies cost-saving improvements
• Responds to equipment failures and emergencies to sustain operations
• Maintains maintenance records and updates SOPs as needed
• Participates in cross-departmental meetings to provide technical expertise
• Supports process improvement initiatives and safety procedures
• Assists with after-hours emergency work orders as needed

Skills

Mechanics & controls

Communication

Team leadership

CMMS

Lean Six Sigma

Presentations

24/7 support readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in mechanical/electrical/industrial tech

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Position Overview

The Supervisor, Maintenance is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the operations of maintenance systems and the team of process maintenance technicians within assigned area to support Drug Product (DP) or Drug Substance Manufacturing (DSM) to ensure smooth and efficient operations. This role focuses on maintaining and managing equipment, vendors, and daily operational activities while ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards. Additionally, this role provides training, technical support, and leadership to the process maintenance team.

Day Shift

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we'll open North America's largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof. We're looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and we're proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive-what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let's transform healthcare together! Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh's thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity. Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of giving our world more smiles. Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Supervises a team of maintenance technicians within assigned area (DP/DSM) fostering a culture of continuous learning and development
• Manages and oversees the performance of preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment within assigned area (DP/DSM), including viral skids, bioreactors, pressure vessels, pumps, centrifuges, clean-in-place skids, chrome columns, or filling line, automation inspection line, formulation and isolation equipment
• Troubleshoots DP/DSM system issues, coordinates timely repairs to minimize downtown while adhering to compliance and safety standards
• Performs routine inspections and analysis to identify areas for improvement and implements energy-saving measures to minimize operational costs and environmental impact
• Responds to equipment failures and emergencies promptly to ensure continuous operations
• Assists in recovering DP/DSM systems for emergencies, including power outages, fire alarms, and adverse weather events
• Ensures compliance with GMP, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other regulatory standards
• Maintains accurate records of maintenance activities and work orders, documents incidents reported by technicians, and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs), as needed
• Participates in cross-departmental meetings to provide technical expertise
• Supports and assists with implementing process improvement initiatives
• Supports site operations and handles emergency work orders outside regular working hours, as needed
• Collaborates on the development and implementation of safety procedures and risk assessments
• Enforces all company policies (e.g., time off, shift work, inclement weather) that directly impact employees
• Completes required administrative tasks (e.g., timecard approvals, time off requests, expense reports, etc.)
• Participates in the recruitment process and retention strategies to attract and retain talent
• Addresses performance gaps, employee questions and concerns, and partners with HR as needed for resolution
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Effective communication, both written and oral
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Willingness to coach, lead, and develop a team
• Demonstrated knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or other data tracking software
• Ability to present information to others
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies or other continuous improvement techniques
• Must be able to support 24/7 manufacturing facility, including shift, on-call and weekends, as needed

Required Skills

• High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of experience in maintenance within a DP/DSM operations or related field; or
• Associate's degree in mechanical, electrical, applied engineering, or industrial technology with 6+ years of experience in maintenance within a DP/DSM operations or related field
• Previous experience leading, supervising, or managing others
• Prior experience working in a GMP environment
• Experience using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Preferred Skills

• Associate's degree in mechanical, electrical, applied engineering, or industrial technology
• 1+ years of people management experience and leading cross functional teams
• Experience in large pharma / biotech operations or project
• Experience in manufacturing or biological products, DP/DSM equipment, or pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Experience developing and implementing preventative maintenance systems

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection No X Yes

May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program. No X Yes

Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck. X No Yes

Ability to discern audible cues. No X Yes

Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color. No X Yes

Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. No X Yes

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 60 minutes

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 60 minutes

Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers. No X Yes

Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. No X Yes

Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to X pounds. No X Yes If yes, 10 lbs. X 50 lbs.

Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18" to 60" in height, and use twisting motions. No X Yes

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and 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

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([e-mail]).