Supervisor, Maintenance Building

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Date

03/26

Location

1300 Airport Road, North Brunswick NJ

Title

Supervisor, Maintenance Building

Department

Facilities / Engineering

Reports to

Manager, Maintenance

FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt)

Exempt

Role Overview

The Supervisor, Maintenance Building & Facilities, is responsible for overseeing all building maintenance operations, utilities, and facility systems that support manufacturing, warehouse, and office operations. This role ensures that the facility infrastructure operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with cGMP, OSHA, and regulatory standards.

The supervisor leads and works with maintenance technicians across multiple skill levels, coordinates preventive maintenance programs, manages contractors, and ensures timely resolution of facility-related issues that could impact production or safety.

Employees at this level operate with a high degree of independence and leadership responsibility, directing maintenance operations, prioritizing work orders, and ensuring that building systems and utilities remain reliable and compliant.

Areas of Responsibility

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the activities of Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 Building Maintenance Mechanics.
• Provide training, mentoring, and performance feedback to maintenance staff.
• Assign daily work orders and ensure completion of maintenance tasks in a timely manner.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Facility & Building Systems Management

• Oversee maintenance and repair of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, structural components, roofing, carpentry, painting, and general building infrastructure for multiple sites.
• Ensure reliable operation of facility utilities including air compressors, boilers, dust collectors, pumps, compressed air systems, and related mechanical systems.
• Monitor building systems to ensure operational efficiency and minimal disruption to manufacturing activities.

Preventive Maintenance & Reliability

• Develop, implement, and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for facility systems and utilities.
• Utilize CMMS or work order systems to track maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history.
• Analyze recurring maintenance issues and implement long-term corrective solutions.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure facility operations comply with cGMP, OSHA, environmental, and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and maintenance records required for regulatory inspections and audits.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits related to facilities and utilities.

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

• Manage relationships with external contractors, service vendors, and facility service providers.
• Coordinate specialized repairs, inspections, and facility upgrades.
• Ensure vendors comply with safety and GMP requirements while working onsite.

Facility Projects & Improvements

• Assist in planning and executing facility upgrades, renovations, and capital improvement projects.
• Provide technical input on building infrastructure improvements and equipment installations.
• Monitor project timelines and ensure work is completed according to specifications.

Safety & Risk Management

• Conduct facility safety inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Identify potential safety risks related to facility systems and maintenance operations.
• Ensure proper use of PPE, safety procedures, and lockout/tagout practices.

Budget & Resource Management

• Assist in preparing and managing maintenance budgets and resource allocation.
• Monitor maintenance costs, inventory of spare parts, and supply usage.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or compliance.

Requirements

Education & Qualification:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree or technical certification in Facilities Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, HVAC, Electrical, or related field preferred .

Certifications, Licenses, Credentials:

• HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance certifications.
• OSHA safety training.

• Forklift or scissor lift certification preferred.
• License or certifications in electronics, pneumatics and/or hydraulics preferred.

Skills & Ability

• HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, pneumatic, boilers, compressed air systems, pumps, hydraulic and Mechanical systems as required. PLC is a plus.
• General PC proficiency and work order systems etc.
• Skill in handling several projects or tasks at the same time, or within a given time frame.
• The ability to recognize a safety issue or potential safety issue.
• Skill in quality and compliance vigilance.
• Ability to maintain a professional, positive attitude at all times.
• Ability to communicate with coworkers, management team members, and other individuals in a courteous and professional manner.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team and assist others.
• Able to follow written instructions precisely and perform basic math calculations as required.
• Understands and is knowledgeable of cGMP, OSHA standards, etc.
• Demonstrates the ability to read and write basic English to be able to understand the industry-regulated instruction sheets.
• Demonstrates forklift experience with both sit-down and stand-up trucks.
• Demonstrates the ability to read and write basic English to be able to understand the industry regulated instruction sheets.
• Mechanically inclined to understand inner workings of equipment.
• Able to read from schematics and blueprints.

Physical Requirements (lifting, etc.):

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Must stand and walk on the production floor for a minimum of 6 hours per shift.
• Uses hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, lifting to waist height and/or above shoulder height, frequent bending from the waist, or squatting, walking short distances.
• Occasionally works from a rolling ladder or step stool, must be to lean over equipment as well as kneel on the floor to clean under the equipment.
• Must be able to wear all PPE including a lab coat, face mask, booties, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, and respirators.

Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, temperature extremes, etc.):

• Work is regularly performed inside a manufacturing environment where temperatures can be moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate. Employee can be exposed daily to chemicals and cleaning agents. May occasionally work on the outside of the building, on the grounds, in parking areas, or on the roof during all seasons.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

USPL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

Benefits And Compensation: Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of USPL. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan. Employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, sick time, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 10 days of vacation the first year, which grows to 12 days starting the second year of employment.

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