Facilities Manager -Pharmaceutical Manufacturing at LTS Lohmann Therapy

West St. Paul, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Troubleshooting, cGMP Compliance, Project Management, Facility Maintenance, HVAC Systems, Utilities Management, Risk Management, CAPA, FMEA, IQ/OQ/PQ Protocol Execution, SOP Development, Contractor Oversight, Preventive Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Building Management Systems, Cost Saving Initiatives

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY LTS Lohmann Therapy Systems is a global leader in transdermal and oral thin‑film drug delivery technologies. Our teams have pioneered breakthroughs such as the first contraceptive patch, nicotine patch, oral active ingredient film, and Parkinson’s patch. When you join LTS, you become part of a team that continues to shape the future of patient care and bring life‑changing therapies to market. At LTS, our purpose drives everything we do: We CARE. We CREATE. We DELIVER. We’re committed to fostering an employee experience that reflects our innovation — supportive, collaborative, and empowering. Across our New Jersey and Minnesota locations, you’ll work alongside knowledgeable experts on diverse projects in an environment where every day is different and your contributions truly matter POSITION: FACILITIES MANAGER – STP Location: West St. Paul, MN (On-site) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Do you thrive in solving complex facility challenges and ensuring systems run flawlessly in a cGMP environment? This may be the opportunity for you! OVERVIEW LTS is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Facilities Manager to support the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and development of facility standards at our West St. Paul location. This leader will oversee facility systems, coordinate major projects, and ensure our environment supports safe, reliable, and compliant manufacturing. The ideal candidate thrives in a culture centered on accountability, adaptability, continuous learning, and innovation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Troubleshoot and resolve complex facility issues involving utilities, compressed air, dust collection/vacuum, purified water, and pharmaceutical HVAC systems. • Partner with Operations, Procurement, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams to drive cost-saving initiatives and facility improvements. • Lead and support the design, planning, construction, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and facility systems. • Develop facility specifications, financial recaps, cost estimates, and project presentations for approval. • Develop, execute, and review IQ/OQ/PQ protocols for equipment and utilities. • Ensure all required documentation meets FDA cGMP/GxP standards. • Execute risk management activities including CAPA, FMEA, and DFMEA. • Coordinate regulatory testing, documentation, and standard operating procedures for facility systems. • Support continuous improvement initiatives targeting cost, quality, and efficiency. • Manage and maintain building management systems to ensure cGMP-compliant environmental controls. • Provide strategic input on long-term facility and infrastructure planning. • Coordinate and oversee contractors and vendors for system installation and qualification. • Create and assist with preventive maintenance tasks and reactive work orders. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Minimum of 5 years of facilities or mechanical systems experience. • Familiarity with FDA cGMP/GxP regulatory requirements. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering degree preferred. • Experience with maintenance software (e.g., Blue Mountain), CAD, building management systems (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens), and energy management systems. • Strong project management skills, including managing budgets, timelines, and resources. LTS is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Responsibilities

This leader will oversee facility systems, coordinate major projects, and ensure the manufacturing environment supports safety, reliability, and compliance, focusing on troubleshooting complex issues across utilities and pharmaceutical HVAC systems. Key duties include leading facility design/construction, executing qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ), and managing documentation to meet FDA cGMP/GxP standards.