Maintenance Manager

Job Summary This position is for a manufacturing leadership role as Maintenance Manager supporting the commercial-scale manufacture of vaccines and therapeutics at the Durham, NC site. The individual will provide direction, coaching, and technical expertise to maintenance personnel, manage their team to reliably support customer demand, and become proficient in manufacturing systems to resolve process/equipment issues, minimize downtime, and ensure product quality. Responsibilities Employee Development / People Management Develop, motivate, and manage a team to ensure reliable manufacturing process execution. Assign yearly performance objectives for the team in alignment with department and site goals. Provide regular feedback and coaching to employees on work performance. Provide leadership to the team as needed based on the team’s capabilities and maturity. Ensure on time payroll approval using site‑approved software. Process Execution / Continuous Improvement Lead and support daily manufacturing floor operations. Champion standard work to drive consistent use of best practices across teams, including execution of PM01 and PM02 work orders. Help the team troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues to minimize downtime and maintain product quality. Serve as permit supervisor for high‑risk work, ensuring safe execution in accordance with site procedures. Identify opportunities to improve execution and adherence to maintenance schedules, including updating SOPs, PMs, and calibrations. Communication Lead and support tier meetings to facilitate flow of information through the organization. Hold regular team meetings to cascade information and collect feedback. Provide clear, consistent communication from shift to shift. Escalate issues as needed to ensure appropriate support and awareness. Serve as subject‑matter expert during tours to provide area/process overview information to visitors and auditors. Quality & Safety Compliance Foster a strong safety culture on the team through actions, coaching, and prioritization. Coach individuals when reporting safety issues and completing corrective/preventative actions. Drive a culture of compliance through documentation, housekeeping, and 5S practices. Participate in safety and regulatory audits, including tours and topic discussions. Financial Coach the team to ensure SAP transaction completion is timely and accurate. Manage team staffing and overtime to support customer demand while meeting budget targets. Identify opportunities for cost savings and communicate them for potential project chartering. Qualifications Education Minimum Requirement: High School Diploma or GED. Required Experience and Skills: Minimum six (6) years of experience in maintenance, manufacturing, or a military role; or at least four (4) years with a Bachelor’s degree in Life Science, Engineering, or Business. Willingness to work a shift schedule, including: 2‑3‑3 rotation x 12.5‑hr shifts (e.g., 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM or 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM) with alternate weekends and holidays. 4‑day x 10.5‑hr shifts with rotating weekend coverage. 5‑day x 8.5‑hr shifts (e.g., 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM or 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) with holiday coverage. Willingness to work all site shutdowns per schedule and as needed. Ability to qualify and maintain gowning requirements for classified areas. Demonstrated ability to lead a team (direct or indirect supervisory experience). Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate people/resources. Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills. Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) expertise. Data analysis and management skills. Electrical maintenance, equipment modifications, and reliability improvement. GMP compliance knowledge. Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC). People leadership and proactive behavior. Process control instruments and production operations experience. Stakeholder communication and training in development. Preferred Experience and Skills: Maintenance certification such as CMRP or CRL. Previous supervisory experience. Experience in a GMP‑regulated manufacturing environment. Experience with electronic manufacturing systems (e.g., PAS‑X, SAP, Delta‑V). Experience interacting with regulatory auditors. Lean Six Sigma certification. Salary and Benefits Salary range: $106,200.00 – $167,200.00. Compensation within the range will be based on education, qualification level, experience, and business needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and other healthcare insurance; retirement benefits including 401(k); paid holidays; vacation; compassionate and sick days. Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck