Work Cell Leader - Facility Maintenance

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, you'll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance - effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Ensure the safe & effective operation of a work cell while maintaining a high level of focus on Quality. This person has the following key roles; Ensure the process performs per plan, Process Confirmations, Leads in SPS, and Support and participate in plant Shutdown.

Relationships

Reports to Manager, Facilities.

Essential Functions

• Executes the department plan by leading the operation, monitoring & controlling of equipment, systems, & processes within the work cell
• Enforces all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Addresses any safety, quality, staffing, or personnel issues & escalates to Manager if necessary
• Facilitates a productive, engaging, & safe working environment
• Schedules Maintenance activities using SAP in collaboration with Logistics Planning and assists in department planning. Executes standard work according to department plan supported by the Manager. Prioritizes & leads unplanned Maintenance activities based on business need
• Schedules work cell resources to include breaks, lunches, & other activities
• Participates in Shutdown Team planning & execution. Develops work packages for shutdown activities
• Process confirms Maintenance activities are performed per standards
• Supports Facilities Engineers in developing new or improved Maintenance methods & procedures (SOPs)
• Owns KPIs & contributes to KPI reporting
• Ensures team members are trained to the standard. Monitors performance & the completion of training to assure the competency level of work cell team members
• Reviews documentation (Work Orders and PM) for accuracy & completeness & performs Technical Completion of PM01 & PM02 orders
• Identifies & handles deviations, per proper procedures. Supports cross-functional investigations. Owns Nonconformities, QAP's and CR's as assigned
• Leads, conducts, & participates in systematic problems solving
• Owns continuous improvement plans. Provides support to Facilities Technicians. Owns CRs & Actions as assigned
• Provides performance review input for work cell team members as requested by Manager
• Support Facility Manager & fulfill responsibilities as needed
• Other accountabilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid drivers license.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in relevant field or equivalent military training or industrial training which includes a thorough understanding of mechanical, electrical & control systems preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience required , FDA regulated industry/environment preferred
• Qualified to perform operator & maintenance activities on work cell equipment required
• Knowledgeable in the following systems: Compressed Air, WFI, Pre Treatment, HVAC, Chill Water, Heating Hot water, Boilers, Plant Steam, Clean Steam, Electrical Distribution, Vacuum Compressed Air, Electro Mechanical controls, Electrical, Mechanical & Instrumentation preferred
• In addition, ability & experience with automated records systems such as SAP, schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents. Computer literacy preferred
• Experience with planning & organizing, managing execution, checking results, & revising the work plan to meet daily work plan targets required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes - we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger - a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.