Associate Director, Facilities Operations

Summary:
The Associate Director will oversee all aspects of facility infrastructure, ensuring a dynamic and adaptable environment that supports commercial and clinical manufacturing, and innovation across research, development, and corporate functions. This role will play a pivotal part in maintaining and improving the facilities. The ideal candidate will champion long-term operational strategies that prioritize safety, reliability, adaptability and continuous improvement

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain the facilities and process equipment supporting Commercial and Clinical Manufacturing, Research and Development and all services supporting these operations.
• Manage staff and contractors and direct support of 24/7 operations ensuring safe, reliable and cost-effective usage of utilities.
• Work with a team to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and pursue changes and upgrades to the systems and processes as warranted.
• Specify and recommend building equipment modifications to improve safety, reliability and operability of the site facilities.
• Work to ensure that customers, partners and other stakeholders are always abreast of key developments, opportunities and risks by driving regular communication and information-sharing.
• Manage operating status & planned/unplanned outages for all systems, facilities and utilities to provide maximum "up time" for the site.
• Generate and implement corrective action plans for facility system repairs, replacements and modifications.
• Ensure completion of maintenance work orders in a timely manner.
• Manage and track facilities expenditures. Prepare annual budget.
• Oversee the spare parts program, ensuring appropriate inventory levels and verification of critical measurements.
• Maintain a state of compliance, updating maintenance and operations SOPs for improved schedule alignment and equipment uptime.
• Lead and provide hands on resolution for the operations, maintenance, and repair of facility support systems in a safe and expeditious manner
• Lead integration of Facility related Safety policies and practices such as lock-out tag out, hot work permit program, etc.
• Ensure efficient workflow and documentation of preventive maintenance (PMs) and work orders (WOs) and justify the need for additional resources or external support when necessary
• Implement reliability centered maintenance programs and conduct life cycle analysis for all critical systems.
• Define and manage external supplier relationships and site support services as well as protocols for all vendor services
• Perform procurement activities to include pre-qualification, negotiating facilities supplier agreements, preparation of contracts and management of related services

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This role has supervisory responsibilities.

Interaction:
The incumbent works closely with Operations, Engineering, EHS&S, R&D, Quality, Metrology, and inter-departmental staff and vendors. The incumbent will regularly interact with landlords and their representatives, and local authorities governing building occupancy and building system operation.

Education and Experience:

1. 10 years of relevant maintenance experience required
2. 7 years managerial experience in pharmaceutical, biotech or other heavily regulated industry required
3. 5 years of experience managing facilities under GMP regulatory compliance required
4. Bachelors degree in a relevant field a plus

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Complete knowledge of maintenance practices and procedures for equipment such as: boilers, chillers, air handlers, HVAC direct expansion systems, cooling towers, pure steam generators, water for injection stills, water for injection pumps, autoclaves, heat exchangers, security systems, electrical distribution systems, fire protection systems, clean-in-place systems, classified air systems, RODI systems, emergency generators, fume exhaust systems
2. Familiarity with common pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, such as liquid filling machines, stoppering machine, capping machines, vial washers, depyrogenation ovens, etc.
3. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with a high degree of self-motivation
4. Ability to work both independently and team oriented
5. Trained in cGMP operations for pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical devices manufacturing
6. Knowledgeable of aseptic gowning and cleaning techniques
7. Working knowledge of CMMS such as BMRAM
8. Working knowledge of BMS such as Siemens Desigo
9. Working knowledge of Asset Management Lifecycle and Spare Parts Inventory Management
10. Experience in reliability centered maintenance programs preferred

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. May be required to respond after hours and work extended shifts to support completion of planned or resolution of unplanned events impacting site operations
2. Must be able to lift 50 pounds
3. Job will require accessing small spaces to assess mechanical issues and stand or walking for long periods of time
4. Job will require long periods of time sitting in front of a computer

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Disability Coverage
• Life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Legal and Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Fertility and Maternity Assistance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and 11 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave

The base pay range for this role in  California is $141,000 per year to $194,000 per year. The range is what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. The range considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: geographic markets, business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience, training, licensure, and certifications. 

EEO Statement: Pacira is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), veteran status, disability or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. At Pacira we are committed to intentionally cultivating a culture of inclusion where all feel welcomed and valued for their background, perspectives, and experiences. We hold one another accountable to promote trust and transparency in support of our communities and collective purpose.
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Salary : $141,000 - $194,000