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WuXi Chemistry · 1 month ago

Utilities Superintendent

Middletown, DE

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

WuXi Chemistry is seeking a skilled and experienced Utilities Superintendent to oversee the operation, maintenance, and reliability of all utilities for their pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The role involves leading a team, managing vendor contracts, and ensuring compliance with Good Engineering Practices while supporting production goals.

Pharmaceuticals

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Jeff Hirsch, PMP

Responsibilities

Arrange and support routine maintenance activities on all utilities equipment, including but not limited to Hurst Boilers, York Chillers, Marley Cooling Towers, Kaeser Air Compressors, BWT PW System, Durr RTO, and Caterpillar Emergency Diesel Generators

Develop and implement the Preventive Maintenance programs on all utility equipment and systems

Develop and implement a comprehensive Predictive Maintenance program, including electrical system thermography, rotating equipment vibration analysis, and oil sampling

Ensure safe and efficient operation of all utilities equipment and systems

Ensure all direct reports and contractors work safely and in strict accordance with all WuXi EHS directives, policies, and procedures

Propose new technology, new materials, and new equipment to enhance the existing utilities maintenance level

Effectively manage on-hand quantities of all necessary spare parts to ensure reliable equipment and systems operation

Responsible for the development of departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and emergency response policies/procedures for utility maintenance operations

Organize ongoing training programs for the Utilities Team

Ensure the optimization of the performance and efficiency of all utilities equipment and systems

Manage the overall site Energy Efficiency programs including various utility supply contracts for natural gas and electricity with local regulating agencies

Act as official liaison to the Town of Middletown for all utility related issues – electricity supply, effluent water treatment, etc

Act as official liaison to the state regulatory agency DNREC and manage all aspects of the Title V air emissions permitting program for boiler Nox emissions and operation of Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer RTO

Manage all facilities and grounds contracts including but not limited to lawn care & snow removal, janitorial services, garbage disposal and recycling, uniforms, gas cylinders, universal waste disposal, etc

Implement Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or other similar reliability based protocols on all equipment failures

Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, work orders, SOPs, calibration, and validation reports

Ensure all equipment and systems are properly qualified and validated per regulatory standards

Participate in audits and regulatory inspections, providing necessary maintenance documentation and reports

Responsible for state of Delaware licensing of high-pressure boiler equipment operators

Strong working knowledge of all EHS protocols including Safe Work Permitting, Lock Out/Tag Out, Confined Space Entry, Energized Equipment Work, Elevated Work, Hot Work, Lifting Equipment Usage, Underground Excavation

Working knowledge of electrical systems from 27.3 KV down to 480 Volts

Lead and manage a team of multi-skilled maintenance technicians and equipment operators

Provide technical support and guidance to operations and maintenance personnel, including training on utilities equipment operation and maintenance

Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the Utilities department

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Safety teams

Identify and implement efficiency improvements to optimize operation & maintenance operations and to reduce costs

Manage the Utilities Equipment Operating Budget and the associated Maintenance support budget, spare parts inventory, and vendor contracts to ensure cost-effective maintenance solutions

Recommend and implement energy-saving and sustainability initiatives to improve overall facility performance

Manage the ongoing annual Capital Improvement budget for all Utilities equipment and systems

Qualification

Utilities equipment maintenanceGMPFDA compliancePreventive maintenance programsComputerized Maintenance Management SystemsLean Manufacturing certificationProject management skillsAutoCAD experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyEnglish proficiencyLeadership skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, etc.) or a related field required. Experience/certifications in lieu of a degree will be considered

5+ years of specific Utilities equipment operation and maintenance experience in a Life Sciences/Pharmaceuticals/Biotechnology or FDA-regulated environment required

Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA, OSHA, and industry best practices in Utilities Equipment and systems operation and maintenance

Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and project management skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment

Strong hands-on leadership style

Proficient in oral & written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English

Preferred

Hands-on past experience with cleanrooms, HVAC systems, water purification, compressed air, electrical systems, pressure/temperature/flow instrumentation, instrumentation testing & calibration, and automation systems a plus

Knowledge of PLC's, HMI's, SCADA, Building Management Systems (BMS), and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) a plus

Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) – past experience with SAP R/4 HANA EAM module is a definite plus

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

Past experience with AutoCAD or other drawing management system is a plus

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Company

WuXi Chemistry

WuXi Chemistry, a business division of WuXi AppTec, provides contract services for new drug development from discovery to commercial.

Founded in 2000

Shanghai, China, CN

10001+ employees

https://chemistry.wuxiapptec.com/

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