Facilities Supervisor (GMP Lab)

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Working at heights Job Description Role : Supervisor Department : Facilities Location: Middleton, Wisconsin Details: Full time, fully onsite This is a fully onsite role based at our GMP Laboratory in Middleton, WI. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. You'll be based at our Middleton, Wisconsin campus, featuring state-of-the-art facilities specializing in chemistry, manufacturing, and control (CMC) analytical services crucial for drug development! Here, our talented team is empowered to showcase Thermo Fisher's commitment to delivering high-quality biopharmaceutical therapies. Join us and be part of groundbreaking research and innovation! Position Summary As a Facilities Supervisor, you would supervise facilities staff and ensures facility systems, infrastructure, and equipment are maintained and repaired in a manner that supports safe, reliable operations and compliance with site Quality Management Systems. The role partners with internal project teams and external consultants to provide maintenance expertise for facility upgrades and renovations. Specific Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day leadership and performance management for assigned staff, including coaching, development, and accountability. Manage employee lifecycle activities including hiring, performance management, coaching, and employee relations. Approve staffing actions, time records, expenses, and leave requests. Serve as the site contact for facilities-related maintenance processes, including maintenance documentation and inspection readiness. Ensure execution of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty service work, including in-house repairs and vendor-performed activities. Ensure facility walkthroughs are conducted, deficiencies identified, and corrective actions implemented. Manage vendor-led scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, work requests, and facility-related projects. Support emergency response activities, including participation in on-call rotations and oversight of issue resolution through completion. Oversee routine monitoring, inspections, and maintenance of facility systems and infrastructure. Ensure building systems operate as intended, including understanding system sequences and building automation functionality. Maintain knowledge of facility systems and ensure team capability through training and development. Partner with Procurement and vendors to ensure contract performance and adherence to scope and KPIs. Ensure compliance with OSHA, EHS, GMP, and site policy, maintaining required training and readiness. Track and assess team KPIs and implement process improvements. Support budget planning, purchasing, and expenditure tracking. Provide daily operational support and perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifi c a t i o n s: E du c a tion a n d E xp e ri e nc e : Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification. Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 5 years). 1+ year of leadership responsibility In s o m e c as e s, an e q u ival e n cy , c o n si s t in g of a c o m b i n at i o n of a p propr i a t e e d u c at i o n , tra in i n g a n d/or dire c t l y r e la t e d e xp e rienc e , wi l l be c o n sider e d s u f f ici e n t for an i n divid u al t o m ee t th e r e q u ire m e n ts of t h e rol e . Knowl e dg e, Skills, a n d A b i liti e s : Strong managerial skills and the ability to mentor and motivate staff Advanced problem-solving skills Advanced computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and other platforms Comfort with ambiguity and effectiveness during periods of uncertainty and change. Curiosity and willingness to learn and adapt to new tactics and strategies. Able to work independently to manage time and perform within required deadlines, managing business priorities Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to cascade messaging and information. Ability to successfully delegate responsibilities to subordinates and see through to completion. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and balance priorities. Advanced understanding of building systems (mechanical, electrical, security, etc.) Positive attitude and ability to cultivate a collaborative work environment with teams. Able to effectively motivate and persuade others in order to settle differences and maintain positive relationships Builds effective working relationships with peers and customer to influence decision making process towards business objective and stakeholder requirement, Work Environment Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to