Supervisor, Maintenance

Supervisor, Maintenance

Join us in bringing hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. To advance this purpose, we rely on team members who value excellence, collaboration, and meaningful work. If this resonates with you, we invite you to explore the role further.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Supervisor, Maintenance to lead the execution of maintenance activities for GMP systems and equipment at the site. This role is responsible for supervising daily operations of Maintenance Technicians, coordinating with contractors and vendors, and ensuring reliable, compliant support of manufacturing operations.

About the Maintenance Team

You will join a maintenance team responsible for supporting GMP systems, critical utilities, and production equipment. The team partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering to ensure equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication, teamwork, and a safety-first mindset are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance activities for GMP systems, equipment, and critical utilities.
• Ensure all maintenance work is performed safely and in compliance with regulatory requirements (FDA, DEA, OSHA) and company policies.
• Plan and prioritize corrective and preventive maintenance activities in alignment with production needs.
• Partner with Manufacturing to understand priorities and adjust maintenance activities accordingly.
• Lead troubleshooting, repair, and equipment installation efforts; ensure timely completion of work.
• Communicate risks or issues that may impact production schedules to maintenance management.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of maintenance documentation.
• Provide training and guidance to technicians to improve troubleshooting and repair capabilities.
• Partner with Quality and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and effective communication of equipment status and priorities.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
• Monitor trends and recommend improvements to reduce risk and enhance operational performance.
• Promote teamwork, communication, and customer service across teams.

Leadership Skills

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong customer focus and ability to build cross-functional relationships.
• Ability to make sound decisions and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while leading a team and driving results.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline preferred, with a minimum of 5 years of experience supporting GMP equipment/systems and critical utilities (e.g., WFI, clean steam), including at least 3 years in an FDA-regulated environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve technical issues.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of documentation requirements for cGMP manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and electrical schematics with some guidance.

Preferred:

• Experience with CMMS systems such as Blue Mountain or similar maintenance management platforms.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and stretch for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to work in varying conditions, including wet, humid, outdoor, and noisy environments.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds occasionally.

Location: Onsite, Bothell, Washington

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week

Compensation Range: $94,000 - $129,250

AGC Biologics is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization with a strong presence in the United States. From our headquarters in Bothell, Washington, we develop and manufacture life-changing advanced biologics for some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical companies. Together with our team members across Europe, the U.S., and Japan, we deliver development and manufacturing of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cell therapies. Across our global network, we are united by one mission: To work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients' lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market. We are a collaborative, inclusive, and equal-opportunity organization where team members are valued for their expertise, teamwork, and ingenuity.