Job Description

Req #1283

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

BIOVECTRA Inc. is a leading bio-science business in Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, focused on contract manufacturing and product development of active pharmaceutical ingredients, pharmaceutical intermediates, and bioreagents.

BIOVECTRA Inc. has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Manager. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Windsor, NS.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• Directing and overseeing the Maintenance department with a focus on quality compliance, as well as asset care and reliability using a life cycle optimization approach, including change control, preventive maintenance programs, spare parts inventory programs, etc.

• Managing the operation budget for all facilities and equipment repair and maintenance.

• Collaborating on capital expenditures for facility improvements.

• Identifying, implementing, and providing technical guidance on maintenance, repair strategies and best practices for continuous improvement. Training and coaching maintenance staff were necessary based on skills required.

• Managing external maintenance contractors.

• Overseeing work order program: safety hazard analysis, calibrations, parts, labour, services, procedures, and tools.

• Establishing and monitoring key equipment performance indicators and recommending improvement opportunities.

• Preparing and analysing monthly energy and utilities reports and provide recommendations.

• Performing asset root cause failure analysis investigations and corrective action recommendations.

• Working in collaboration with Engineering and Manufacturing to provide technical solutions to optimize equipment performance, installation, and maintenance costs, to ensure that assets are performing effectively and efficiently.

• Managing the facility Superintendents and supporting roles. Creating a culture of Teamwork and continuous improvement. Instilling leadership that drive best in class services to stakeholders and clients.

• Establishing and maintaining performance metrics within group to measure, report and drive continuous improvement.

• Adhering to BIOVECTRA\'s Health and Safety Policy as outlined in CP0010 Occupational Health and Safety Policy, Statements of Principle, and Responsibilities.

• Additional duties assigned, based on business needs and the department Director\'s request.

The successful candidate for this position should have:

• Post-Secondary Education Diploma from a Mechanical or Electrical trade program or engineering technician program.

• Engineering degree an asset

• Five (5) years in facility/operations management or supervision, preferably in the pharmaceutical or food industry.

• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and maintenance fundamentals, with the ability to comprehend technical maintenance manuals, drawings, and specifications.

• Good working knowledge of parts/materials procurement, inventory control methods, and budgeting requirements.

• Ability to evaluate and apply new technologies and interact effectively with operations and engineering staff to resolve issues in a safe and timely manner.

• Ability to direct staff on a variety of work tasks and priorities, problem solve, and make decisions and recommendations on technical issues.

• Knowledge and experience with safe work practices in a pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing environment.

Note: Employees are eligible to apply for internal positions once they have completed a minimum of one year of service in their current position.

BIOVECTRA offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Interested candidates are asked to apply by choosing the \xe2\x80\x9cApply Now\xe2\x80\x9d button

Individual accommodations due to a disability are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, citizenship status, marital status, actual or perceived sexual orientation. BIOVECTRA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and recognize that experience comes in many forms and skills are transferable. Please view this description as a general overview, but not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute and lead in this role, apply! We thank all interested parties; however, only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.

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