Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical

Supervisor, GMP Facilities

Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical$107K — $132K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, Facilities Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 6+ years of maintenance experience in a GMP-regulated environment
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience in maintenance or facilities
  • Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA, EMA regulations and industry standards
  • Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance programs

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate daily activities of maintenance team and contractors
  • Ensure maintenance work complies with GMP, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Plan, schedule, and manage maintenance for GMP-critical equipment
  • Maintain documentation of maintenance activities in CMMS
  • Lead troubleshooting and conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams
  • Participate in audits and inspections, providing documentation and support
  • Train and mentor maintenance staff on GMP procedures and best practices

Benefits

  • Generous vacation time and public holidays
  • Volunteer days
  • Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans
  • Employee wellbeing benefits
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • Tuition sponsoring
  • Professional development plans
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

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This role is for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Facilities Supervisor responsible for overseeing maintenance operations in a regulated Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment. The position ensures that all equipment, utilities, and facilities are maintained in a compliant, safe, and efficient manner to support manufacturing and laboratory operations.
Work Model:

Core Lab & Ops: This role typically requires that the majority of the work be conducted on-site.
Responsibilities:

- Supervise and coordinate daily activities of maintenance technicians and contractors, ensuring efficient task delegation and execution

- Ensure all maintenance work complies with GMP, safety, and environmental regulations

- Plan, schedule, and manage preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for GMP-critical equipment and systems to minimize downtime and ensure operational continuity

- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of maintenance activities in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

- Lead troubleshooting efforts and conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures, implementing corrective actions

- Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to ensure equipment and facility readiness for production and audits

- Participate in audits and inspections conducted by internal teams and regulatory agencies, providing necessary documentation and support

- Train and mentor maintenance staff on GMP procedures, technical skills, and best practices in maintenance planning and execution

- Support deviation investigations and CAPA management by providing technical input, maintenance history, and contributing to timely resolution and documentation
Requirements:

- Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

- 6+ years of maintenance experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device environment

- 2+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in a maintenance or facilities role

- Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA, EMA, and other applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards

- Proficiency with CMMS (e.g. Blue Mountain, Infor EAM, Maximo) and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage cross functional collaboration

- Demonstrated experience in planning, scheduling, and executing preventive and corrective maintenance programs

- Familiarity with HVAC, clean utilities (e.g., WFI, clean steam, compressed air), and critical manufacturing equipment

- Experience supporting deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation

- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, equipment manuals, and engineering specifications

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment Physical Demand Requirements:

- Stand for extended periods of time wih periodic stooping / bending / kneeling.

- Ability to climb ladders and stairs of various heights.

- Able to lift, push, pull up to 50lbs.

- Work in a controlled environment requiring GxP gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet, and body. This requires the ability to change clothes into appropriate gowning and personal protective equipment.

- Certain tasks may require use of a respirator; medical clearance will be required in advance.

- Must remove all make-up, jewelry, and contract lenses while in the manufacturing environment.

- Working in termperature-controled environments (cold rooms).

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The typical annual salary range for this full-time position is listed below. This range reflects the characteristics of the job, such as required skills and qualifications and is based on the office location noted in this job posting. The range may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

This position is eligible for annual bonus and equity incentives. Actual individual pay is determined by demonstrated experience and internal equity alignment.

Pay Range

$107,300-$132,500 USD

Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits, including, but not limited to:

• Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company

• Volunteer days

• Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings

• Employee wellbeing benefits

• Fitness reimbursement

• Tuition sponsoring

• Professional development plans

* Benefits vary by region and country

About Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical

Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and markets treatments for rare and ultra-rare genetic diseases. The company's products are designed to address the underlying genetic causes of these diseases. Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Novato, California. The company has a number of products in development, including treatments for lysosomal storage disorders, metabolic disorders, and skeletal disorders. Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is committed to improving the lives of patients with rare diseases and has received numerous awards for its work in this area.
Learn more about Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
Size
1,119 employees
Market Cap
$3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$186.5 million
Founded
2010
5 Year Trend
+383.5%
Revenue
$271 million
NASDAQ

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