Supervisor, Maintenance (Overnight Shift)

Job Summary

The role of a Maintenance Supervisor is to provide the necessary guidance, knowledge, and skill sets needed to properly and efficiently maintain, troubleshoot and repair Fresenius Kabi process equipment and utilities. As a Maintenance Supervisor this individual will be responsible for working across departments to coordinate the timely completion of routine and non-routine maintenance tasks, coordinating and overseeing the work of the maintenance Mechanics, as well as train new and existing mechanics.

Job Responsibilities

• Under guidance of the Manager, Maintenance, lead, coordinate and oversee routine and non-routine maintenance / repairs and daily operations of Fresenius Kabi process manufacturing equipment and utilities.
• Fresenius Kabi process manufacturing equipment includes but is not limited to primary and secondary fill/finish.
• Apply high level of mechanical, electrical and controls knowledge and experience to assess problems with process equipment, identify root cause, make necessary repairs and complete associated documentation.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments to coordinate maintenance activities within the master production schedule and oversee the work of the Maintenance Mechanics.
• Establish and maintain necessary procedures required to perform routine preventive maintenance (PM).
• Identify critical spare parts needed and maintain those inventories to minimize equipment down time and maximize production efficiencies.
• Participate in cross functional teams utilizing root cause analysis tools to resolve product or equipment deviations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform all activities in compliance with company cGMP and safety policies, procedures and practices.
• Assist in departmental planning and development of preventive maintenance routines and associated schedules.
• Assist in executing PM schedules to ensure peak productivity and highest quality possible.
• Assist in organizing and training of department personnel; maintain a strong floor presence and enforce cGMPs, SOPs and company policies.
• Effectively communicate with Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers and subordinates; notify management if specifications cannot be met and/or quality or safety is being compromised.
• Review and document work completed by employees.
• Monitor and request supplies, change parts and spare parts as needed and help maintain inventories of critical spares.
• Ensure all safety equipment is functional and all employees practice proper safety and follow safety procedures.
• Exercise excellent technical, mechanical and control system aptitude to accurately identify root causes for machine failures or breakdowns and repair accordingly.
• Maintain production equipment at a high level of reliability.
• Ensure Maintenance Mechanics maintain work areas in a neat, organized and uncluttered state.
• Effectively communicate and assist with troubleshooting of equipment and machinery with the Mechanics.
• Ensure compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience with at least one year in a leadership role.
• Experience in an aseptic manufacturing plant a definite plus.
• Candidates with experience in cosmetics, food, packaging or similar will be considered.
• Must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English.