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Fresenius Kabi

Global provider of therapies and devices

Maintenance Supervisor - Maintenance

Equipment MaintenancePosted on Nov 10
Full-timeMelrose Park, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field or equivalent relevant work experience is required.
  • At least five years of related work experience, including at least one year in a leadership role, is required.
  • Experience in an aseptic manufacturing plant is a plus.
  • Candidates with experience in cosmetics, food, packaging, or similar industries will be considered.
  • The successful candidate must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively to perform the essential functions, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications in English.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coordinate, and oversee routine and non-routine maintenance, repairs, and daily operations for process manufacturing equipment and utilities, including primary and secondary fill/finish equipment.
  • Apply mechanical, electrical, and controls knowledge to assess equipment problems, identify root causes, complete repairs, and document the work.
  • Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments within the master production schedule, work with manufacturing personnel to assess equipment problems, and oversee Maintenance Mechanics’ work.
  • Establish and maintain procedures for routine preventive maintenance.
  • Identify critical spare parts and maintain their inventories to minimize equipment downtime and maximize production efficiency.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams using root cause analysis tools to resolve product or equipment deviations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Perform activities in compliance with company current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and safety policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Assist with planning and developing preventive maintenance routines and schedules, and execute those schedules to support productivity and quality.
  • Organize and train department personnel, maintain a strong floor presence, and enforce cGMP requirements, standard operating procedures, and company policies.
  • Communicate with directors, managers, supervisors, peers, and subordinates; notify management when specifications cannot be met or quality or safety may be compromised.
  • Review and document employees’ completed work.
  • Monitor and request supplies, change parts, and spare parts, and help maintain inventories of critical spares.
  • Ensure safety equipment is functional and employees follow safety procedures.
  • Use technical, mechanical, and control-system aptitude to identify root causes of machine failures or breakdowns and complete repairs.
  • Maintain production equipment reliability.
  • Ensure Maintenance Mechanics keep work areas neat, organized, and uncluttered.
  • Communicate with Mechanics and assist them in troubleshooting equipment and machinery.
  • Ensure compliance with company documents, programs, and activities related to Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in an aseptic manufacturing plant is preferred.

About the Company

Fresenius Kabi

Global provider of therapies and devices

Fresenius Kabi is a global healthcare company that provides medicines, medical devices, and services for the treatment of critically and chronically ill patients. Its portfolio includes biosimilars for autoimmune diseases and cancer, clinical nutrition products, infusion pumps and related disposables, blood collection bags and devices, and IV generics and fluids. It stands out with leading market positions in areas like blood collection and infusion materials and offers an integrated mix of pharma, nutrition, and MedTech offerings under the FutureFresenius strategy. Its goal is to shape the future of healthcare by expanding its global therapies and technologies, improving patient care, and delivering sustainable value for stakeholders.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Bad Homburg, Germany
Founded
1999

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