Maintenance Manager

Title: Maintenance Manager – Pharmaceuticals

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About LOXIM

Founded in 1977, LOXIM has been at the forefront of combining chemistry with strategic business expertise to deliver high-quality solutions for global markets. Our portfolio spans APIs, Intermediates, KSM, and CMO/CDMO capabilities within the pharmaceutical industry, as well as Dyes and Engineering Plastics.

Headquartered in India, we operate across Singapore, Japan, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, the USA, Canada, Mexico, Honduras, Brazil, Colombia, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Spain, France, Poland, and the Netherlands, ensuring seamless service and collaboration worldwide.

The Role

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the overall maintenance and reliable operation of all plant utilities, mechanical and electrical systems, and equipment across the pharmaceutical facility. This role includes preventive and breakdown maintenance, project execution, equipment qualification, and compliance with GMP and safety regulations. The Maintenance Manager leads a cross-functional team to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and minimal downtime of all critical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of electrical, mechanical, utility, and process equipment.
• Maintain and upkeep critical utilities, including boilers, chillers, DG sets, and water purification systems, ensuring energy efficiency, minimal downtime, and continuous operation of the plant.
• Lead the installation, commissioning, and qualification (URS/DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ) of new equipment and systems.
• Manage HT/LT electrical systems, including transformers, switchgears, panels, cabling, and substations.
• Supervise mechanical utilities and process equipment such as HVAC systems, purified water systems, and other critical utilities.
• Coordinate and review project schedules, equipment FAT, drawings, BOQs, and vendor documentation.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with GMP, safety, and environmental standards.
• Manage site inspections, ensure quality execution, and resolve technical issues during installation or operation.
• Prepare and review maintenance documentation, progress reports, SOPs, and ensure timely invoice processing.
• Liaise with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional departments to support project execution and plant operations.
• Implement and improve maintenance best practices, cost control measures, and reliability strategies.

Skills and Knowledge

• Root Cause Analysis:

  Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve underlying issues in equipment failures and system inefficiencies.

• CMMS Proficiency:

  Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems for tracking, planning, and optimizing maintenance activities.

• Documentation & Compliance:

  High accuracy in maintaining technical documentation, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance records.

• Energy Management Awareness:

  Understanding of energy-efficient practices and optimization of utility consumption.

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision, compliance, and innovation intersect?

If so, we’d love to meet you!

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