Forge
Manager / Associate Manager, Maintenance & Utilities
Forge, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
About The Role
The Manager / Associate Manager, Maintenance and Utilities oversees a team of technicians to maintain site infrastructure, utilities, and building systems in a compliant, audit-ready state. This role ensures the reliability, safety, and performance of both GMP and non‑GMP systems and plays a key role in continuous improvement, project execution, and operational readiness.
What You'll Do : Facilities
Own the maintenance and inspection of infrastructure systems: fire suppression, site security, landscaping, pest control, building infrastructure (doors, floors, roofing), and GMP cleanroom related infrastructure.
Coordinate site support functions, office repairs, and maintain relationships with local agencies.
Lead the execution of facility maintenance strategies and capital improvements aligned with the site master plan, including ownership of planned and corrective maintenance programs and building robust maintenance plans in Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager (BMRAM).
Monitor trends and alarms from the Building Management System (Metasys) and Building Monitoring System (OceaSoft), reporting findings to equipment owners.
Utilities
Manage the operation, maintenance, and compliance of site utilities: air handlers, exhaust systems, boilers, chillers, RO system, humidifiers, compressed gases, WFI, clean steam, UPS systems, emergency generators and site electrical infrastructure.
Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs and lead daily rounds and troubleshooting of utility systems.
Provide mechanical maintenance expertise during project design, installation, and start‑up, including support for utility equipment installations and execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Support
Train and mentor staff, set performance expectations, and foster collaboration.
Lead planned and corrective work on GMP and non‑GMP mechanical equipment, ensuring compliance with Quality and EHSS requirements.
Lead major facility and utility maintenance activities during scheduled shutdowns.
Implement strategies for the Asset Responsible Care Program and identify areas for continuous improvement in partnership with Plant & Reliability Engineering.
Manage vendor and contractor services for facility and utility system maintenance, ensuring GMP compliance and audit readiness; oversee contracts, evaluate performance, and implement best practices.
Develop Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and support LOTO and spare parts programs.
Support equipment performance reviews and deviation investigations; develop troubleshooting narratives for equipment systems.
Write, edit and review maintenance procedures including WI (Work Instructions) and WPTs (Work Plan Templates).
Participate in monthly work order review and reconciliation, ensuring CMMS data integrity.
Provide after‑hours or on‑call support for urgent issues, including BMS alerts.
What You'll Bring
8+ years of experience in facility & utility operations, including complex mechanical systems.
Proven experience supporting facility infrastructure and critical utility systems (e.g., HVAC, boilers, chillers, WFI, clean steam, compressed gases).
Demonstrated experience with equipment lifecycle management and preventive / predictive maintenance strategies.
Ability to mentor and train staff, set performance expectations, and support employee growth through delegation, feedback and coaching.
Capable of managing competing priorities and ensuring compliance in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence cross‑functional teams and lead through collaboration.
Knowledge of cGMP, FDA, EMA, and / or ISO regulations as they relate to facilities, utilities, and equipment maintenance is strongly preferred.
Proficiency with CMMS platforms (e.g., BMRAM or equivalent).
Experience organizing and managing facility shutdown activities.
Preferred: experience in documentation management within a structured Quality System (ISO, FDA).
Ability to respond to after‑hours issues or be on‑call as needed.
Physical Requirements
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds of materials or equipment.
Requirement to gown into Classified Areas of the facility (ISO 7 and 8 sterile gowning).
The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds.
The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly as required.
Work Environment and Physical Demands This position works in both a warehouse and typical office environment where the physical work demands will vary. The noise level ranges from moderate to occasionally loud. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 35 lbs. Ability to frequently operate a computer and communicate with others in person, over the phone, and via other devices. Must be able to move about the facility for moderate to extended periods and wear task‑dependent personal protective equipment as needed.
Equal Opportunity Employer Forge Biologics is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit 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.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day at Forge, with 90% of premiums covered for team members as well as dependents.
Competitive paid time off plan.
Annual bonus for all full‑time employees.
401(k) company match.
Fully‑comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request).
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What You'll Do : Facilities
Own the maintenance and inspection of infrastructure systems: fire suppression, site security, landscaping, pest control, building infrastructure (doors, floors, roofing), and GMP cleanroom related infrastructure.
Coordinate site support functions, office repairs, and maintain relationships with local agencies.
Lead the execution of facility maintenance strategies and capital improvements aligned with the site master plan, including ownership of planned and corrective maintenance programs and building robust maintenance plans in Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager (BMRAM).
Monitor trends and alarms from the Building Management System (Metasys) and Building Monitoring System (OceaSoft), reporting findings to equipment owners.
Utilities
Manage the operation, maintenance, and compliance of site utilities: air handlers, exhaust systems, boilers, chillers, RO system, humidifiers, compressed gases, WFI, clean steam, UPS systems, emergency generators and site electrical infrastructure.
Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs and lead daily rounds and troubleshooting of utility systems.
Provide mechanical maintenance expertise during project design, installation, and start‑up, including support for utility equipment installations and execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Support
Train and mentor staff, set performance expectations, and foster collaboration.
Lead planned and corrective work on GMP and non‑GMP mechanical equipment, ensuring compliance with Quality and EHSS requirements.
Lead major facility and utility maintenance activities during scheduled shutdowns.
Implement strategies for the Asset Responsible Care Program and identify areas for continuous improvement in partnership with Plant & Reliability Engineering.
Manage vendor and contractor services for facility and utility system maintenance, ensuring GMP compliance and audit readiness; oversee contracts, evaluate performance, and implement best practices.
Develop Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and support LOTO and spare parts programs.
Support equipment performance reviews and deviation investigations; develop troubleshooting narratives for equipment systems.
Write, edit and review maintenance procedures including WI (Work Instructions) and WPTs (Work Plan Templates).
Participate in monthly work order review and reconciliation, ensuring CMMS data integrity.
Provide after‑hours or on‑call support for urgent issues, including BMS alerts.
What You'll Bring
8+ years of experience in facility & utility operations, including complex mechanical systems.
Proven experience supporting facility infrastructure and critical utility systems (e.g., HVAC, boilers, chillers, WFI, clean steam, compressed gases).
Demonstrated experience with equipment lifecycle management and preventive / predictive maintenance strategies.
Ability to mentor and train staff, set performance expectations, and support employee growth through delegation, feedback and coaching.
Capable of managing competing priorities and ensuring compliance in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence cross‑functional teams and lead through collaboration.
Knowledge of cGMP, FDA, EMA, and / or ISO regulations as they relate to facilities, utilities, and equipment maintenance is strongly preferred.
Proficiency with CMMS platforms (e.g., BMRAM or equivalent).
Experience organizing and managing facility shutdown activities.
Preferred: experience in documentation management within a structured Quality System (ISO, FDA).
Ability to respond to after‑hours issues or be on‑call as needed.
Physical Requirements
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds of materials or equipment.
Requirement to gown into Classified Areas of the facility (ISO 7 and 8 sterile gowning).
The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds.
The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly as required.
Work Environment and Physical Demands This position works in both a warehouse and typical office environment where the physical work demands will vary. The noise level ranges from moderate to occasionally loud. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 35 lbs. Ability to frequently operate a computer and communicate with others in person, over the phone, and via other devices. Must be able to move about the facility for moderate to extended periods and wear task‑dependent personal protective equipment as needed.
Equal Opportunity Employer Forge Biologics is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit 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.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day at Forge, with 90% of premiums covered for team members as well as dependents.
Competitive paid time off plan.
Annual bonus for all full‑time employees.
401(k) company match.
Fully‑comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request).
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