Maintenance Manager - Maintenance, Calibrations

We are seeking a Maintenance and Calibration Manager to lead and oversee the maintenance and calibration activities of all equipment and instruments at our laboratory locations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in equipment repair, calibration procedures, and maintenance management. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of all lab-based machinery while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. The Maintenance and Calibration Manager will lead a team of technicians and collaborate closely with Laboratory Operations to implement proactive and preventive maintenance strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance Management:
• Lead and support a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring proper training and ongoing development.
• Create and execute maintenance schedules for laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Coordinate with laboratory operations teams to schedule maintenance without workflow disruption.
• Calibration Management:
• Ensure all lab equipment is calibrated according to manufacturer specifications and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate calibration records and ensure timely recalibrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve calibration issues as they arise.
• Inventory & Procurement:
• Manage supply and parts inventory, optimizing procurement processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Assist in assessing new equipment purchases and maintain spare parts availability for timely repairs.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensure maintenance and calibration processes comply with ISO 17025 A2LA requirements.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes and prepare for audits and inspections.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify and implement opportunities for improving maintenance and calibration processes.
• Monitor equipment performance metrics and drive improvements to enhance reliability.
• Health & Safety:
• Promote and maintain a culture of safety within the maintenance and calibration teams.
• Conduct safety audits and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety regulations.
  

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a maintenance or calibration team.
• Strong technical knowledge of scientific equipment, including titrators, FTIR, GC, viscometers, HPLC, and ICP, among others.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 standards and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with a focus on meeting deadlines and managing multiple locations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time, including internationally, sometimes with short notice.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequent: sitting, walking, near vision, far vision, hearing, talking
• Occasional walking, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, repetitive motion(arm and shoulder) and lifting of items up to 20 lbs.
• Rare travel requirements.
  
  

Safety Requirements

• Adherence to OSHA regulations and the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working in the laboratory.
• Regular training in HAZMAT, OSHA, and General Laboratory Safety, as part of the Quality System
  
  

Benefits

They cover full medical benefits including dental and vision, opportunities to improve physical and mental wellness, flexible paid vacation and personal time off, paid holidays and 401k.

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For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.

This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 11/13/2024 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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