• Job Description

  Req#: R-01187359

  Job Description

  Director of Facilities and Engineering

  COMPANY INFORMATION

  Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $25 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or increasing productivity in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our global team of more than 75,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services and Patheon. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

  GROUP/DIVISION SUMMARY

  Thermo Fisher Scientific - Viral Vector Services (VVS) is a rapidly growing, dynamic gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that is seeking sharp individuals to bring the highest quality processes, products and testing to our clients. Our employees are committed to making a difference in our organization for our client partners and the patients we serve.

  The role is based at the VVS Plainville, MA site. Limited travel will be required to other VVS locations in Massachusetts and Florida.

  POSITION SUMMARY

  The Director, Facilities & Engineering (F&E) will report to the Site Head for Plainville, the largest manufacturing facility across Thermo Fisher’s viral vector services network worldwide. The Director will be responsible for F&E operations at the site supporting GMP and non-GMP facilities, utilities, equipment, and automation used in drug substance and drug product manufacturing, quality control laboratories, pilot laboratories, and associated support areas. Construction is underway to establish these capabilities, so the initial focus of the position is startup and operational readiness. Following successful production startup, the Director is responsible for 24/7 operations of building infrastructure and systems for the Plainville site.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • As a member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT), sets goals for both site and function.
  • Provides direction and prioritization for the functional area managers within the F&E department. Hires and develops employees and creates succession plans. Provides feedback and coaching, and performance management.
  • Monitors tactical execution of operational activities across the Engineering functional groups and for the site as a member of the SLT. Communicates to stakeholders issues and resolutions in a timely manner.
  • Sets and meets customer commitments including new product introduction timelines.
  • Identifies opportunities to improve robustness, reliability, and other aspects of operational performance.
  • Provides Engineering expertise at site and across sites. Supports strategic business activities including long range planning, S&OP, capital investment plans, facility master plans, due diligence, and other governance processes.
  • Manages operational budget and partners with key stakeholders to plan and manage capital investments.
  • Represents VVS in external interactions with regulatory agencies, customers, government agencies, business partners and service providers.
  • Ensures adequate training (skills-based, cGMP and Safety) of employees within department to perform or exceed job requirements.
  • Creates and maintains relationships with other Thermo Fisher sites and corporate engineering team to develop and promote engineering best practices.

  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required. Engineering degree preferred or other related technical degree
  • 15+ years of related experience in the Pharmaceutical or related industry including experience in engineering, operations, program and project management.
  • 5+ years of experience in a functional leadership position within one or more areas including Process Engineering, Facilities/Engineering, Maintenance, Automation, I&C, Validation or related functions
  • Experience in building own team and project teams and developing team capabilities to deliver results
  • Direct experience supporting manufacturing facilities and utility systems within an FDA/EMA regulated environment.
  • Strong understanding of applicable regulatory requirements (FDA and EMA). Audit experienced is required.
  • Fundamental knowledge of GMP equipment, utility and cleanroom design/installation and quality control laboratory design/installation...
  • Strong understanding of industry standards for commissioning, validation, and operation of facilities and utilities for cGMP manufacturing and GxP laboratories.
  • Experience working in an external manufacturing environment as supplier or client is preferred.
  • Experience with single-use technologies is preferred.
  • Experience with a GMP facility startup is preferred.

  • Ability to build strong relationships and influence internal functions, leaders and customers.
  • Strong interpersonal and communications skills and ability to present to customers and senior management.
  • Ability to define strategies, manage complex issues, and set goals for others.
  • Ability to lead a team by driving accountability, performance and engagement.
  • Ability to dig into details, quickly get to the essence, and bring people together to act.
  • Strong financial (P&L) and analytical business acumen with a track record of sound decision-making.
  • Ability to develop and implement processes and systems in a dynamic environment.

  At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 75,000 extraordinary minds have a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

  Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, tackle sophisticated scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued. Join our team today!

  Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

  We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

• About the company

  Thermo Fisher Scientific is an American provisioner of scientific instrumentation, reagents and consumables, and software and services to healthcare, life science, and other laboratories in academia, government, and industry.

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