Novo Nordisk US

Maintenance Optimization Area Specialist

Novo Nordisk US$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience preferred
  • Minimum of seven years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing or military
  • Experience with process improvements using methodologies like LEAN & Six Sigma preferred
  • Proven ability to create and improve FIT/MWDs
  • Knowledge of high-speed automated systems such as Filling, Formulation, Inspection, Assembly & Packaging preferred
  • Skilled in developing and managing actionable plans to meet targets preferred

Responsibilities

  • Coach and develop technical competencies of shift personnel for process execution
  • Improve Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) for production lines by organizing parts and functional locations in SAP
  • Enhance Maintenance Work Designs (MWDs) and Maintenance Standards
  • Increase Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) by reviewing unplanned maintenance and refining Maintenance Plans
  • Drive a transition to Condition Based and Predictive Maintenance practices
  • Facilitate Planned Maintenance efficiency via Management Board methodologies
  • Act as Site Liaison for OEM-related issues and improve relations with stakeholders

Benefits

  • Supportive environment for professional growth
  • Opportunities for leadership development in maintenance practices
  • Access to resources for continuous improvement methodologies
  • Collaborative role requiring interaction with multiple teams
  • Involvement in high-impact maintenance strategies
Full Job Description
The Position

Coach, support & develop all necessary technical competencies of shift personnel in order to support successful execution of processes.

Relationships

Reports to Manager, Technical Support (AP or FP).

Essential Functions
  • Improve MTTR for all production lines by:
    • Owning & improving organization & clarity of parts & functional locations in SAP
    • Improving MWDs, FITs & other Maintenance Standards
  • Improving MTBF for all production lines by:
    • Reviewing unplanned maintenance & improving Maintenance Plans
    • Moving Maintenance Culture towards Condition Based & Predictive Maintenance
    • Driving Planned Maintenance efficiency through MN Boards, MRP & Maintenance Review
  • Reduce Maintenance Cost by:
    • Acting as Site Liaison for OEM - including Parts Complaints, ASL agreements, coordinating with other sites & monthly meetings
    • Improving Stakeholder Relations with Production Teams, Maintenance Planning, Reliability & Metrology by utilizing the NN Way
    • Other accountabilities, as assigned


Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid drivers license.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in technical field or industry equivalent experience preferred
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing, or equivalent industry/military experience required
  • Experience driving process improvements/design using systematic methodologies. LEAN & Six Sigma strongly preferred
  • Experience creating/improving FIT/MWDs required
  • Knowledgeable in one or more of the following high-speed, automated systems: Filling, Formulation, Inspection, Assembly & Packaging preferred
  • Able to develop & manage action plans to achieve targets preferred

About Novo Nordisk US

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company that specializes in diabetes care and other chronic diseases. The company was founded in Denmark in 1923 and has since expanded to become a leading provider of insulin and other diabetes treatments. Novo Nordisk operates in more than 80 countries and employs over 43,000 people worldwide. The company is committed to improving the lives of people with diabetes and other chronic conditions through innovative research, development, and manufacturing of pharmaceutical products. Novo Nordisk US is headquartered in Plainsboro, New Jersey and has facilities in several other states including North Carolina and New Hampshire.
Learn more about Novo Nordisk US
Size
49,295 employees
Market Cap
$230.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$42.1 billion
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$126.9 billion
NASDAQ

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