Pilot Plant Supervisor - Nesco Resource, LLC

Pilot Plant Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Conducts and directs sections of manufacturing process development projects
• Assists in performing more complex engineering projects to evaluate, select, and adapt standard manufacturing techniques, procedures, and criteria to increase the efficiency of plant operations.
• Performing daily maintenance and monitoring of equipment to ensure a high level of reliability.
• Participate in designing, implementing, and monitoring, of continuous improvement in the facility.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Evaluate and repair a wide variety of machinery and equipment using acquired knowledge, skills and experience, company supplied tools, some fabrication of parts and new and/or used but serviceable repair parts.
• Raise the change controls whenever required changes are to be made in facility and equipment.
• Prepare for operation, maintenance and engineering procedures of all equipment.
• Fill the deviation report for CAPAs and change controls as per company procedures.
• Prepare & implement procedure as per Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) guidelines by Quality Assurance (QA).
• Check and monitor for cleanliness, maintenance, upkeep of the facility, premise and equipment.
• Install and troubleshoot facility electrical systems.
• Coordinate in Technology Transfer / Product Transfer with other departments.
• Coordinate with other departments for compliance statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with central utility so that required quality utilities can be provided to plant.
• Raise Capital Expenditure Requisition, work orders in SAP.
• Handle and maintain the electrical distribution system and plan for energy conservation.
• Handle the preventive maintenance of production equipment and machinery.
• Breakdown and preventive maintenance of Client equipment and instruments.
• To check daily alarms in Client and plan their immediate, corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Operation of Client and service floor equipment.
• Ensure the calibration activities are completed.
• Daily monitoring and maintenance of records of the purified water generation, storage, and distribution system.

• 3+ years' experience in mechanical maintenance and electrical work in a pharmaceutical or industrial setting.
• High school diploma/GED Required
• BS degree, Advanced vocational training or education in pharmaceutical engineering, industrial engineering or related field of study from an accredited college/university is preferred.
• Understanding of machines used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Must be able to influence decision making and facilitate completion of work towards the achievement of the business plan and goals.
• Full knowledge of HVAC system with Client controls and service to maintain them.
• DI water system maintenance and vendor coordination for the service.
• Knowledge of facility plumbing including domestic water system and sewer.
• Carpentry Skills to include Following blueprints and building plans, installing structures and fixtures, measuring, cutting, and shaping wood, plastic, and other materials, constructing building frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes, and repairing damaged framework or other structures/fixtures.
• Proficient understanding of HVAC systems, electrical systems and janitorial systems.
• Strong knowledge of boiler maintenance and operations.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, building maintenance and building inspections.
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Capable of conducting troubleshooting, investigations and root cause identification and analysis.
• Capable of handling and participating in compliance and regulatory audits at the local and federal levels.
• Must be proficient in computer skills and software applications such as Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience using SAP business system and applications is a plus.
• Experience in Inhalation products (MDI) is a plus.
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices and good documentation practices preferred.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.