Sr Manager, Engineering, Maintenance & Utilities - Zoetis : Job Details

What's it like to work for Zoetis, the world leader in animal health? Zoetis means something a little different to every colleague, but at our core, our purpose 'to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals,' is what unites us in all our roles.

We're a global animal health company dedicated to serving veterinarians, livestock producers and people who raise and care for farm and companion animals in more than 100 countries. And we're excited to become a part of the Douglasville, GA, community as we build our newest manufacturing facility to support our growing monoclonal antibody and vaccine portfolios.

The Senior Manager, Engineering, Maintenance and Utilities (EMU) is responsible for all engineering, maintenance and utility operations at the site. This includes capital planning and execution, maintenance reliability, energy management, process automation, utility operations, site security and facilities management. The incumbent is a member of the Site Leadership team and drives key strategic initiatives to achieve site objectives for safety, quality, compliance, supply and continuous improvement in support of Zoetis objectives, values, and leadership practices.

Capital Projects:

• Develop capital investment plan and budget to meet site strategies and prepare capital project applications.
• Ensure that all capital projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the required quality.

Maintenance:

• Develop and implement plant maintenance policies and procedures for equipment and facilities.
• Develop and implement an effective reliability maintenance program to ensure the high availability of critical equipment.

Utilities and Facilities:

• Manage the operation of utilities, including wastewater treatment, to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operations in compliance with regulations.
• Manage resources, materials and energy consumption and drive the site sustainability program.
• Manage site facilities including building maintenance, site security, gardening, pest control and other site services.

Other:

• Ensure facilities, equipment and maintenance activities are fully compliant with GMP, Zoetis Quality Systems, EHS SOPs and EHS regulations.
• Promote the use of operational excellence tools to ensure competitive advantages in the industry.
• Develop the engineering teams' capabilities, including the support of individual development plans and on-the-job training for staff.
• Prepare department budgets and control engineering expenditures within approved budget.
• Provide leadership support consistent with Zoetis practices, core competencies, and core beliefs.
• Maintain technical skills in the latest techniques for engineering technology, reliability, sustainability.
• Directly supervise up to 20 Colleagues and Contingent workers.

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering is required. A master's degree in engineering or MBA is preferred.
• 10 Years' experience in Manufacturing/Project Engineering/Maintenance is required, with 5 years' experience in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operation preferred.
• Experience with large scale projects and site stand up is strongly desired.

• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the maintenance/engineering function.
• Proven leadership and management experience with demonstrated ability to prepare and administer budgets, develop long range operational plans and apply resources to accomplish projects on schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and collaborate with all levels of Zoetis Global manufacturing, cross functional teams, regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Proficiency in contract negotiations and concise/practical presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to function and influence in a team environment and have excellent interpersonal planning and management skills.
• Good overall understanding of Environmental standards, FDA and EU regulatory requirements for product manufacturing as they relate to equipment and facility design and utilization is desired.
• Solid experience with Facility/equipment/process validation is preferred.
• Working knowledge of environmental compliance is a plus.
• Proficiency in English, both written and oral.
• Computer proficiency with email; internet/online training; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel; familiarity with manufacturing software programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving business results in a manner consistent with Zoetis Core Beliefs and Mission Elements.

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

Candidate position is site based in Lithia Springs GA (Atlanta). Must be able to sit, walk or stand for long periods of time. Repetitive motions and substantial movement of the wrist, hands, and fingers are expected. Must be able to access all areas of the manufacturing facility. Ability to reach above shoulder level, bend/stoop, kneel, push/pull, lift and handle/grip occasionally is necessary. Must be able to work scheduled 40 hours with the flexibility to work overtime as needed. Use of necessary personal protective equipment is also required.

Full time Regular Colleague

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [email protected] to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact.