Sr Manager, Maintenance Operations

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Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Sr Manager, Maintenance Operations

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for managing front line managers and teams, covering both mechanical maintenance and instrumentation. The Sr Manager will ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of facilities 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position is essential in maintaining standards of operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of front line managers responsible for mechanical maintenance and instrumentation activities.

• Ensure all maintenance operations are planned and delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to increase equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

• Oversee scheduling, prioritization, and coordination of maintenance activities to support facility operations on a 24/7 basis.

• Drive a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all maintenance functions.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data-driven insights to enhance maintenance effectiveness and operational performance.

• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a zero-incident workplace.

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and other departments to support operational goals and capital projects.

• Manage departmental budgets, resources, and contracts, ensuring fiscal responsibility and cost optimization.

• Champion the adoption of new technologies and standard processes in mechanical and instrumentation maintenance.

• Respond to emergencies and provide leadership during critical events or equipment failures.

• This role requires onsite presence with availability for on-call response to emergencies as needed.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with exposure to industrial conditions.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 2 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting experience

Or

Master’s degree and 6 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting experience

Or

Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting experience

Or

Associate’s degree and 10 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 12 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting experience

In addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have a minimum of 2 years experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation or resources. Your managerial experience may run concurrently with the required technical experience referenced above

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

• 10 years of relevant maintenance experience in an industrial setting, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in a 24/7 operational environment.

• In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, instrumentation, maintenance procedures, and regulatory standards.

• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and drive cost-effective solutions.

• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and data analysis tools.

• Leadership and Team Development

• Strategic Planning and Execution

• Problem Solving and Decision Making

• Safety and Compliance Focus

• Change Management

• Customer Service Orientation

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

• Stock-based long-term incentives

• Award-winning time-off plans

• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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