We are seeking a skilled and experienced Lab & Facilities Maintenance Manager to support the maintenance, repair, and reliability of base Laboratory and administration buildings equipment in our pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for ensuring all equipment, automation & controls, utilities, and facilities are operated efficiently, safely, and maintained in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), FDA, and other regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will support the cGMP Maintenance & Controls Manager and the Utilities Superintendent to implement cGMP and non-cGMP compliant preventive/predictive maintenance programs, while working closely with cross-functional teams to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintenance Operations & Equipment/Controls Reliability

• Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of Laboratory equipment systems to ensure proper functionality and performance
• Support the maintenance, repair, and servicing of Laboratory equipment, automation & controls, clean utilities, and facility infrastructure.
• Assist in the development and implementation of both cGMP and non-GMP preventive maintenance programs for the Laboratory/Administration buildings to minimize downtime and improve equipment/system performance.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements for maintenance activities.
• Implement root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action plans for equipment failures.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, SOPs, calibration, and validation reports.
• Ensure all equipment and systems are properly qualified and validated by regulatory standards.
• Participate in audits and regulatory inspections, providing necessary maintenance documentation and reports
• Responsible for site drawing change control & management program

Team Leadership & Training

• Lead and manage a team of multi-skilled maintenance and HVAC technicians
• Provide technical support and guidance to operations and maintenance personnel including training on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the Maintenance department.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Lab Operations, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Safety teams.

Continuous Improvement & Cost Management

• Identify and implement efficiency improvements to optimize maintenance operations and reduce costs.
• Recommend and implement energy-saving and sustainability initiatives to improve facility performance.
• Track facilities operations to uphold contracts for repairs and maintenance, trash disposal & recycling, pest control, security vendors, janitorial services as applicable
• Assist with the management of the instrumentation calibration and preventative maintenance program for all Laboratory building GMP equipment including PW Water system, compressed gases, HVAC systems, electrical, life safety, and emergency power systems (UPS)
• Organize and manage recordkeeping of preventative maintenance, instrument calibrations, facilities cleaning activities according to cGMP/GLP requirements
• Maintain up to date records for all state, federal, and local licenses and inspections
• Conduct small to medium capital projects from conception to construction
• Develop and manage overall department performance KPI’s and leadership reporting

• Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA, OSHA, and industry best practices in equipment maintenance is preferred but not required.
• Hands-on experience with cleanrooms, HVAC systems, fume hoods, water purification, compressed air, electrical systems, pressure/temperature/flow instrumentation, instrumentation testing & calibration, and automation systems.
• Knowledge of PLC’s, HMI’s, SCADA, Building Management Systems (BMS), and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) is a plus
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) – experience with SAP R/4 HANA EAM module is a definite plus
• Control automation and PLC experience is a plus
• Comfortable writing department operational/maintenance SOPs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) is a plus.

Experience / Education       

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial) or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years of maintenance/reliability experience in a Laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life science, or FDA-regulated manufacturing environment preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Strong hands-on leadership style
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and project management skills
• Proficient in oral & written communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD or other drawing management system is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Self-motivated, high-energy level and a positive outlook coupled with a can-do attitude and a willingness to do what it takes to achieve personal and organizational goals and