Director Facilites & Engineering

At Bend Bioscience, our Core Values Shape Everything We Do:

• AUTHENTIC – Be vulnerable, build trust
• CURIOUS – Ask questions, be adaptable, speak up
• ACCOUNTABLE – Own it, meet commitments, communicate transparently
• COLLABORATIVE – Engage others, stay open-minded
• FLEXIBLE – Listen actively, be thoughtful, make informed decisions
• CARE – Be passionate, act with integrity
• BLAZE TRAILS – Push boundaries, challenge constraints
• EXCELLENCE – Learn, improve, create value
• FOCUS – Pay attention to details, stay determined, deliver exceptional service

Join Bend Bioscience and be part of a dynamic team that makes a real difference.

How You Will Make an Impact: 

• Oversee maintenance and engineering functions at the assigned facility, to include manufacturing
  equipment, utility operations, and general facility management initiatives.
• Develops project implementation plans, assembles resources, allocates and manages overall project
  budgets, resources, timelines, and risks to ensure timely, cost-effective achievement of key milestones and
  overall project objectives for the Facilities and Engineering group.
• Develops capital project management systems and capability on site.
• Directs capital project management for the facilities by overseeing the CAPEX budgeting, forecasting, and
  reconciliation processes on site.
• In partnership with Procurement, directs the contract bidding process for facility-related services and
  projects (includes preparing bid requirements/specifications, review of submitted bids, final selection, and
  close out of projects).
• Oversees all compliance related issues including Corrective Action / Preventative Action Plans (CAPAs),
  Deviations, Periodic Reviews and Change Controls related to facilities and engineering projects.
• Lead and/or oversee the execution of facilities/engineering investigations of existing site challenges and to
  identify continuous improvement efforts for site manufacturing, packaging, facilities and utilities systems,
  and development of proposals to optimize performance.
• Lead and/or supervise the execution of engineering investigations into site modifications and expansions to
  meet business opportunities and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain site facility and engineering procedures and associated documents to ensure
  effective and compliant execution of work on site. This may also include supervision of technicians
  verifying and updating documentation.
• Develop engineering documentation required by manufacturing and packaging operations, facilities,
  utilities, and/or new projects. This will include development of specifications, test protocols, procedures and
  the like.
• Responsible for developing and reviewing department-related metrics and ensuring that they are used to
  improve the processes, efficiency, and quality of the product and/or systems. Ensure key performance
  indicators measure progress against company/department objectives. Monitor, communicate and act on
  any emerging trends. Oversee the preparation of monthly / quarterly reports for senior and site
  management.
• Provides strategic and day to day leadership of the Facilities and Engineering department. Exhibits strong
  leadership, coaching and development to engage team members and build a cohesive team.
• Identifies, recruits, and retains top-notch talent.
• Sets performance standards and supports growth through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting,
  and performance management.
• Supports a diverse and inclusive culture and team.

What You Will Bring to the Role:

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A. or B.S.) in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or pharmaceutical engineering or related field is required. Advanced degree is highly preferred.
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in manufacturing and/or facilities management in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• At least 8 years of people management experience is required
• Experience in the design and testing of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities/equipment.
• Specific pharmaceutical project management experience, preferably within a professional engineering group.
• Working knowledge of integrated computerized maintenance management systems required
• Previous work experience with oversight of environmental, health, safety, and security regulations and implementing programs and policies to ensure the safety and security of employees and facilities