Director/Sr Director, Facilities & Engineering
14 days ago
Syracuse
Job Description We are LOTTE BIOLOGICS! Delivering Therapies That Enable a Healthier World. A new company, built on 80 years of tradition. We embody our core values of being Inspired by Science, Embracing Diversity, Fostering Talent, and Connecting Lives. Our mission is to be the most trusted partner in the industry, with high standards of quality and continuous innovation, to reliably deliver benefits for patients worldwide. Position Summary The Director, Facilities & Engineering provides strategic leadership and oversight of site facilities, maintenance, and engineering operations at the Syracuse site. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable, compliant, and cost-effective operation of all site infrastructure and utilities supporting manufacturing and development activities. The Director leads a high-performing team to deliver excellence in facilities services, engineering support, environmental health and safety performance, and capital project execution. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who can develop innovative and efficient solutions, foster collaboration across diverse internal and external stakeholders, and maintain alignment with LOTTE Biologics' standards, values, and business goals. The Director will be accountable for strategic planning, capital project management, and the development of operating budgets while ensuring a safe, compliant, and sustainable facility that supports business continuity and growth. Duties & Responsibilities • Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Facilities and Engineering organization, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and reliability across all site functions., • Develop and implement the site's long-term facilities and capital investment strategy, aligned with business objectives and growth plans., • Lead the development and execution of annual operating and capital budgets for maintenance, utilities, and engineering activities., • Drive high standards of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) performance and compliance in partnership Risk Management team, fostering a proactive safety culture across all operations., • Oversee maintenance of building systems, utilities, and infrastructure to ensure continuous and compliant support of manufacturing operations., • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements including GMP, GLP, OSHA, EPA, and local building codes., • Lead the design, planning, and execution of capital projects including facility upgrades, expansions, and new construction, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards., • Develop and sustain a high-performance team culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement., • Foster effective relationships with internal stakeholders (Manufacturing, HSE, Quality, Finance and Supply Chain) to ensure seamless cross-functional coordination., • Partner with external vendors, contractors, and consultants, ensuring optimal service delivery, cost control, and contract performance., • Develop and manage outsourcing strategies, contracts, and vendor relationships for maintenance, utilities, and engineering services., • Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency, reliability, cost control, and service quality., • Drive energy management initiatives to optimize consumption, reduce environmental impact, and ensure regulatory compliance., • Serve as the primary point of contact for site infrastructure and facilities matters with local and state authorities, ensuring timely acquisition of necessary permits and approvals., • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical field required; advanced degree preferred., • Minimum of 10–15 years of experience in facilities, engineering, or operations management within a manufacturing or pharmaceutical/biologics environment., • At least 5 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional or multi-disciplinary teams., • Demonstrated success leading capital planning, budgeting, and project execution in a regulated environment. Regulatory & Compliance Expertise • Strong knowledge of GMP/GLP, OSHA, EPA, and local regulatory standards as they apply to pharmaceutical operations., • Familiarity with health, safety and environmental programs, including compliance and performance optimization., • Proven experience in managing maintenance and engineering functions, utilities systems, and site infrastructure., • Expertise in facilities design, construction, and capital project management., • Knowledge of energy management systems, sustainability practices, and cost-saving initiatives., • Strong leadership and team development skills with a focus on accountability, performance, and collaboration., • Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and crisis management abilities., • Proven capability to lead through change, inspire innovation, and manage competing priorities effectively., • Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, and control operating and capital budgets., • Experience negotiating contracts, managing outsourced services, and balancing cost control with service quality., • Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Building Management Systems (BMS), and other facilities automation tools., • Familiarity with digital solutions for asset management, predictive maintenance, and energy optimization., • Primarily office-based work requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and computer use., • Ability to move throughout the manufacturing site, warehouse, and storage areas, including walking on concrete and uneven surfaces., • Occasional climbing of stairs, ladders, or steps to access equipment, storage areas, or process locations., • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and lift light to moderate items (up to 25 lbs) occasionally, such as boxes of materials or documents., • Ability to inspect manufacturing, warehouse, or cold storage areas, sometimes in confined spaces or temperature-controlled environments (cold rooms, freezers, cryogenic storage)., • Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for site access, including lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, and safety shoes., • Primarily office-based with frequent interaction across functional teams and business units., • Regular visits to manufacturing areas, warehouses, cold storage, and other operational sites, requiring adherence to site safety protocols., • Exposure to temperature-controlled environments (cold rooms, freezers, cryogenic storage areas) and occasional noise typical of manufacturing operations., • Collaborative environment involving cross-functional meetings, supplier and customer interactions, and coordination with other sites., • Requires use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, printers) and occasional use of material handling tools or equipment during site visits. Provides leadership and strategic direction for all site Facilities and Engineering functions. Leads, coaches, and develops a high-performing team focused on operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. Assumes full accountability for all Facilities services, including both direct reports and matrix-managed functions, in partnership with functional process owners. Oversees long-term planning, resource allocation, and policy alignment to ensure coordination across site operations. Travel Up to 10% of travel. Work Location: East Syracuse, NY The level of the role (Director or Senior Director) will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capabilities. Compensation will align accordingly within the range listed below. • Director: $155,000 - $214,000 (23% Target Bonus) We believe that women, people of color, veterans and LGBTQ communities must participate in the work we do, so we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of underrepresented communities! If this is the work that you want to do, in a culture of inclusion and excellence with the goal of making our world to be a healthier place, then please apply today!
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