Facilities Manager - VGXI INC

About VGXI INC

Benefits

At VGXI, we recognize that our employees are at the heart of our success, and we offer exceptional benefits that reflect our commitment to their well-being. Our comprehensive offerings include a range of quality benefits, available to our employees from day one (no waiting period). Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off Including Holidays, Vacation and Sick/Personal Leave

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At VGXI, we are committed to recognizing and valuing you. Our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and contributions fuel innovation and allow us to success both as individuals and as a team. We have established and embrace a culture of acceptance and inclusion with equity in recruiting, hiring, developing, and investing in talented people. Our commitment to these principles supports a diverse workforce and empowers us to achieve our mission of leading the industry in producing the next generation of therapeutics to improve patients' lives.

If you are driven by innovation, fueled by scientific curiosity, and committed to making a positive impact on the global pharmaceutical community, you've come to the right place. We are always looking for quality-minded, team-oriented individuals who share our dedication to excellence. At VGXI, we've cultivated a workplace that people genuinely enjoy being a part of, and we take immense pride in the role they play in shaping our success story. We embrace a culture of quality in our products and in our people. Explore the possibilities, unlock your potential, and contribute to the future of Plasmid DNA manufacturing and precision medicine with VGXI.

SUMMARY

The Facilities Manager is responsible for organizing, planning, and execution of preventive maintenance, calibration programs, and repairs to minimize production downtimes and maintain a facility in accordance to cGMP Standards. Identify, evaluate, test and implement new technologies for facility/process improvements. Write and review SOPs. Design and implement cost savings strategies that prevent equipment downtime to maintain the production schedule and increase productivity calibrating equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Qualified in all processes involved in the Preventive Maintenance of all facilities maintained/serviced equipment and able to train and explain function and operations behind processes to junior staff.
• Respond to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety or production concerns.
• Oversee repairs and/or repair commercial equipment and systems including air conditioning, heating and refrigeration units, mechanical room equipment, BMS and CIP Systems, etc. as needed.
• Oversee and/or perform PMs as needed
• Specify and procure appropriate equipment as needed.
• Install, commission and trouble shoot equipment as needed.
• Help in forming the master validation plan for the validation of equipment, facilities etc.
• Write Standard operating procedures, validation protocols.
• Execute validation protocols.
• Ensure repairs and PMs are up to current SOP and company policy standards.
• Mentor junior staff and support team growth though the supervision of assigned projects.
• Report back to Sr. Director of Facilities on the general status of operations and specific issues of concern as needed.
• Monitor publications, presentations, etc., to stay current on all facility technology and recommend facility/process improvements over time.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) or equivalent; or three to five years related experience in cGMP, HVAC, Electrical and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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