The Supervisor of Utility Operations is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the operations of utility systems and the team of utility operators to ensure smooth and efficient operations. This role focuses on maintaining and managing equipment, vendors, and daily operational activities while ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards. Additionally, this role also provides training, technical support, and leadership to the utility operations team.
Working nights Mon-Fri 8pm to 4am.
Company OverviewFUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we’ll open North America’s largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof.
We’re looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let’s transform healthcare together!
Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh’s thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.
Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers
What You’ll Do
Manages and oversees daily utility system operations, including compressed gases, cooling towers, plant steam, chillers, HVAC, boilers, fire alarms, and utility management systems (e.g., Delta V, Simplex, BMS)Supervises a team of utility operators, and provides training, guidance, and development opportunitiesTroubleshoots utility system issues and ensures equipment operates efficiently while adhering to compliance and safety standardsPerforms routine inspections and analysis to identify areas for improvement and implements energy-saving measures to minimize operational costs and environmental impactResponds to equipment failures and emergencies promptly to ensure continuous operationsAssists in preparing utility systems for emergencies, including power outages, fire alarms, and adverse weather eventsEnsures compliance with GMP, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other regulatory standardsMaintains and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs) and document incidents reported by utility operatorsParticipates in cross-departmental meetings to provide technical expertiseAssists in implementing process improvementsSupports site operations and handles emergency work orders outside regular working hours, as neededCollaborates on the development and implementation of safety procedures and risk assessmentsEnforces all company policies (e.g., time off, shift work, inclement weather) that directly impact employeesCompletes required administrative tasks (e.g., timecard approvals, time off requests, expense reports, etc.)Participates in the recruitment process and retention strategies to attract and retain talentOther duties, as assignedKnowledge & Skills
Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, chemical treatment, and control systemsEffective communication, both written and oralAbility to work in a team environmentWillingness to coach, lead, and develop a teamAbility to effectively present information to othersKnowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies or other continuous improvement techniquesMust be able to work shifts and on-call, as neededRequired Skills
High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years of experience in utility operations or related fieldPrior experience working in a GMP environmentPrevious experience leading, supervising, or managing others Experience using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)Preferred Skills and Certification
Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Applied Engineering, or Industrial Technology1+ years of people management experience Prior experience in utility operations, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or another highly regulated industryComputerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or other data tracking software experienceExperience developing and implementing preventative maintenance systemsExperience in project management or leading cross-functional teamsWorking Conditions & Physical Requirements:
May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program. Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck.May be required to operate a pallet jackAbility to discern audible cues.Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color.Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc.Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time - up to 60 minutesAbility to sit for prolonged periods of time - up to 60 minutesAbility to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers.Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools.Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 33 pounds.Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18” to 60” in height, and use twisting motions. EEO InformationFujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.
ADA InformationIf you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (FDBN_PNC@fujifilm.com).
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