Maintenance Planner and Scheduler

CordenPharma is a leading full-service Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, drug products (DPs), and packaging. With around 3,000 employees worldwide, we help pharmaceutical and biotech companies manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people's lives.

Our network, spanning Europe and the U.S., provides flexible and specialized solutions across six technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids & Carbohydrates, Injectables, Highly Potent & Oncology, Small Molecules, and Oligonucleotides. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to delivering the highest quality products for patient well-being.

Our People Vision

We strive for excellence. We share our passion. Together, we make a difference in patients' lives.

SUMMARY

The Maintenance Planner and Scheduler will maintain the SAP System within the Asset Management module at the Corden Pharma Colorado sites, working both independently and as part of the Maintenance, I&E, Utilities, & Facilities Departments, being accountable for all aspects of Master Data within SAP.


This position is responsible for providing maintenance planning and scheduling support for regular and shutdown activities in SAP. Manages maintenance databases and assists other functional teams with SAP data regarding scheduling. Ensures consistency of SAP plan and maintains systems that avoid data redundancy.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• In case organizational or procedural changes are required, is responsible to initiate those changes in SME's organization
• Prepares migration data files according to technical requirements - identifies, cleanses, and maps source data to target data
• Prepares comprehensive training materials for end-users
• Is the first point of contact for end-users having process, system, authorization questions, or issues
• Supports issue resolution via testing, approving results, updating documentation, training end-users (if applicable), and ensuring timely status updates for end-users and other business stakeholders
• Ensures SAP System authorizations are setup appropriately based on job function
• Trains in use of the system and business processes
• Business Improvements:
  1. Ensures continuous review of business processes, procedures, and practices to identify need for improvements
  2. Aligns improvements with business stakeholders, including other business areas when relevant
• Maintenance planning and scheduling for the different functions at the site (mainly Maintenance, Facilities, and I&E)
• Document control of Work Orders in SAP
• Computer Maintenance Management System Admin (SAP)
• Metric tracking, analysis, and reporting of the Work Orders for the Facilities Department and other function groups
• Support Maintenance Scheduling efforts
• Follow up with individuals regarding overdue work orders
• Manage change control for SAP master data changes
• Generate preventive maintenance orders
• Confirm work order hours performed by operations personnel and perform order settlements
• Generate SAP reports
• Corrective work planning/scheduling
• Coordinate with Production Scheduler for maintenance work availability
• NDE work scheduling
• Generate requisitions for all Framework orders and outside vendors performing preventative/reactive maintenance on equipment

LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides input and recommendations. Supports site objectives and plans.

SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of their activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner, utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

QUALITY RESPONSIBILITIES

Corden Pharma Colorado (CPC) is a manufacturer of a variety of pharmaceutical products. In following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Corden Pharma Colorado manufactures in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), International Council for Harmonisation Q7 (ICH), and other global regulations as applicable. This is critical as it is our mission to not place patients at risk due to inadequate safety, quality, or efficacy. CPC's Quality Management System, which incorporates cGMP, is designed to deliver this quality objective. Attainment is produced through the requisite participation and commitment of all staff across departments and at all levels within the company.


cGMP is the part of Quality Management System ensuring products are consistently produced to accurate quality standards. Adherence to clearly defined procedures, in compliance with the principles of cGMP, is required when performing operations across Corden Pharma Colorado.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year college or university or Associate's Degree preferred; 5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. In-depth knowledge of Pharmaceutical Industry preferred. Experience with SAP ECC or S/4HANA is a plus. Experience working for a CDMO is a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional

journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports,

business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present

information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers,

and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical

inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and

proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in

situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of

instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; work with hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach above shoulder height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and noise typical of an office environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

• Effective in prioritizing workload
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Computer skills with intermediate ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and SAP within the modules needed to complete essential functions
• Strong planning, implementation, and follow-up skills
• Good facilitation skills and ability to interact with colleagues from all levels of the organization

SALARY

Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance PPO/HSA
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• ID Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Vacation - Three Weeks 1st Year
• Vision Insurance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Corden Pharma 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. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.

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