Lonza America Inc

Manager, Facilities & Engineering - IFM Scope

Lonza America Inc$110K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field required; Master's preferred.
  • Extensive experience in Facilities Engineering; background in Pharma or Biotech is advantageous.
  • In-depth understanding of relevant building codes and regulations.
  • Strong financial acumen for budgeting and vendor partnership.
  • Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and solve operational issues.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations and maintenance of the Houston site facilities.
  • Ensure facilities infrastructure supports operational readiness and business continuity.
  • Direct departmental budgeting and cost control related to facilities activities.
  • Manage contractor vetting, selection, and oversight for various site services.
  • Monitor contractor performance against safety and service expectations.
  • Collaborate with various service providers, including security, cleaning, and maintenance personnel.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental goals.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work onsite at a well-established biotech facility.
  • Leadership role with significant responsibility and influence over facility operations.
  • Involvement in strategic planning for facility expansion and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with contractors and vendors to enhance operational support.
  • Supportive environment for professional development and advancement.
Full Job Description
Manager, Facilities and Engineering - IFM Scope

The actual location for this position is onsite in Pearland, TX.

Lonza Houston is seeking a Manager, Facilities and Engineering, responsible for leading the reliable operation, maintenance, compliance, and strategic planning of site facilities in support of business, operational, and regulatory requirements. This role provides leadership for daily facilities operations, contractor oversight, budgeting, staffing, space planning, and facility expansion planning to ensure the Houston site remains safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for purpose.

What you will do:

Site Facilities Operation and Maintenance
  • Provide leadership and accountability for the reliable operation and maintenance of Houston site facilities.
  • Ensure facilities systems, infrastructure, and building operations are maintained to support site needs, business continuity, and operational readiness.

Facilities Leadership and Daily Operations
  • Direct and lead daily Facilities operations across the site.
  • Manage departmental budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for facilities-related activities.

Contractor and Site Services Management
  • Lead contractor vetting, selection, and supervision for site support services.
  • Oversee contractor performance in the areas of:
    • Plant security
    • GMP Cleaning services
    • Non-GMP Cleaning services
    • Cafeteria services
    • Pest control programs
    • Building maintenance technician services
  • Ensure contractors meet site expectations for safety, quality, compliance, and service performance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


What we are looking for:

  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering, Biotechnology, or similar field. Master's degree is a plus.
  • Highly experienced in Facilities Engineering; Pharma or Biotech industry preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of building codes
  • Strong financial acumen, ability to effectively partner with vendor.
  • Ability to proactively identify issues and offer solutions


About Lonza America Inc

Lonza America Inc is a subsidiary of Lonza Group, a Swiss multinational company that provides products and services to the pharmaceutical, biotech, and specialty ingredients markets. Lonza America Inc is responsible for the North American market and offers a range of products and services, including custom manufacturing, research and development, and quality control testing. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Lonza America Inc was founded in 1897 and has since grown to become a leading provider of products and services in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Learn more about Lonza America Inc
Size
16,218 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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