Facilities Maintenance Line Chief

Straumann Group Facility Maintenance Manager

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We develop, manufacture, and supply dental implants, clear aligners, instruments, CADCAM prosthetics and biomaterials for use in esthetic dentistry, tooth replacement and restoration solutions or to prevent tooth loss. We empower our employees to perform and make an impact, to question the status quo, to drive change, to stay ahead of the competition. From the first Dental Implant in 1974 to the latest Digital Solution – we do things differently than others We deliver innovation based on evidence.

This is part of our employer culture as well as an exceptional team spirit that truly encourages diversity and a powerful "can-do" attitude.

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Position Summary: This position is responsible for day-to-day management and maintenance of all Facility infrastructure, equipment, personnel and projects including outside contractors, at the Straumann Group North American Headquarters located in Andover, Massachusetts. This is a hands-on position and will require performing maintenance and other manual tasks on an as-needed basis. Moreover, this position supports the various training and educational events conducted at the Andover site.

Job Responsibilities: This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Facility cleaning and maintenance in accordance with 21 CFR 211.42 – 211.58 (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) - maintain the facility in "like new" condition.
• HVAC operation, preventive and demand maintenance
• Purified water system operation, preventive and demand maintenance
• Wastewater treatment system operation, preventive and demand maintenance.
• Acid scrubber operation, preventive and demand maintenance
• Compressed air operation, preventive and demand maintenance
• Hazardous waste management
• Non-hazardous waste management
• Direct the daily activities of Facility Department employees.
• Manage performance of Facility Maintenance Department employees (performance reviews).
• Initiate and coordinate repairs or other services with third party contractors.
• Provide feedback to the Senior Manager, Facilities and Maintenance with respect to contractor performance.
• Evaluate suitability of maintenance contractors for Straumann site tasks.
• Perform or direct day-to-day maintenance or repairs of all facility components and sub-systems.
• Perform or direct office moves and reconfigurations.
• Organize and store all facility maintenance records in accordance with established procedures.
• Specify and order replacement and spare parts and supplies.
• Establish and manage spare parts and supply inventories for all infrastructure systems.
• Comprehensive project management for facility upgrades, expansions and modifications
• Filing for permit applications as required, and assuring compliance of subcontractor permits.

Other Duties: Assist Production Departments with equipment installation, relocation and repair as needed. Active member of Facility Emergency Response Team. Must be available for and respond to emergency calls as assigned by Senior Manager, Facilities and Maintenance. Support Education and Sales Training events. Support Environmental, Health and Safety Technician with day-to-day compliance to Local, State and Federal regulations. Other tasks as assigned

Management Responsibilities: This position provides functional leadership to Facility Maintenance Technicians. This position is considered a critical company function and must be available for 24/7 emergency call

Physical Attributes: Lift 50 lb. without restriction. Climb ladders and stairs

Work Environment: FDA/GMP manufacturing environment. Work environment will include working with concentrated hot acid mixtures, Class 1 Flammable Liquids, Combustible…