Facilities Supervisor (GMP Lab)

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Working at heights

Job Description

Role : Supervisor

Department : Facilities

Location: Middleton, Wisconsin

Details: Full time, fully onsite

This is a fully onsite role based at our GMP Laboratory in Middleton, WI. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies.

You'll be based at our Middleton, Wisconsin campus, featuring state-of-the-art facilities specializing in chemistry, manufacturing, and control (CMC) analytical services crucial for drug development! Here, our talented team is empowered to showcase Thermo Fisher's commitment to delivering high-quality biopharmaceutical therapies. Join us and be part of groundbreaking research and innovation!

Position Summary

As a Facilities Supervisor, you would supervise facilities staff and ensures facility systems, infrastructure, and equipment are maintained and repaired in a manner that supports safe, reliable operations and compliance with site Quality Management Systems. The role partners with internal project teams and external consultants to provide maintenance expertise for facility upgrades and renovations.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and performance management for assigned staff, including coaching, development, and accountability.

• Manage employee lifecycle activities including hiring, performance management, coaching, and employee relations.

• Approve staffing actions, time records, expenses, and leave requests.

• Serve as the site contact for facilities-related maintenance processes, including maintenance documentation and inspection readiness.

• Ensure execution of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty service work, including in-house repairs and vendor-performed activities.

• Ensure facility walkthroughs are conducted, deficiencies identified, and corrective actions implemented.

• Manage vendor-led scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, work requests, and facility-related projects.

• Support emergency response activities, including participation in on-call rotations and oversight of issue resolution through completion.

• Oversee routine monitoring, inspections, and maintenance of facility systems and infrastructure.

• Ensure building systems operate as intended, including understanding system sequences and building automation functionality.

• Maintain knowledge of facility systems and ensure team capability through training and development.

• Partner with Procurement and vendors to ensure contract performance and adherence to scope and KPIs.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EHS, GMP, and site policy, maintaining required training and readiness.

• Track and assess team KPIs and implement process improvements.

• Support budget planning, purchasing, and expenditure tracking.

• Provide daily operational support and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifi c a t i o n s:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification.

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 5 years).

• 1+ year of leadership responsibility

In s o m e c as e s, an e q u ival e n cy , c o n si s t in g of a c o m b i n at i o n of a p propr i a t e e d u c at i o n , tra in i n g a n d/or dire c t l y r e la t e d e xp e rienc e , wi l l be c o n sider e d s u f f ici e n t for an i n divid u al t o m ee t th e r e q u ire m e n ts of t h e rol e .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong managerial skills and the ability to mentor and motivate staff

• Advanced problem-solving skills

• Advanced computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and other platforms

• Comfort with ambiguity and effectiveness during periods of uncertainty and change.

• Curiosity and willingness to learn and adapt to new tactics and strategies.

• Able to work independently to manage time and perform within required deadlines, managing business priorities

• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to cascade messaging and information.

• Ability to successfully delegate responsibilities to subordinates and see through to completion.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and balance priorities.

• Advanced understanding of building systems (mechanical, electrical, security, etc.)

• Positive attitude and ability to cultivate a collaborative work environment with teams.

• Able to effectively motivate and persuade others in order to settle differences and maintain positive relationships

• Builds effective working relationships with peers and customer to influence decision making process towards business objective and stakeholder requirement,

Work Environment

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.

• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.

• Able to move effectively throughout facility, including lifting and moving objects up to 35-50 pounds.

• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.

• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.

• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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