Company Overview:
At Forge Biologics, we believe in turning bold ideas into life-changing realities. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enable access to life-changing gene therapies and help bring them from idea into reality. We partner with scientists, physicians, biotech and pharma innovators, and patient communities — all united by one goal: improving lives. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to make a tangible impact, this is where your journey begins.Our team works out of The Hearth, a state-of-the-art, 200,000-square-foot cGMP facility in Columbus, Ohio.
Here, you won’t just watch innovation happen — you’ll be part of it. Whether you’re scaling AAV manufacturing, collaborating on cutting-edge therapies, or supporting complex technical projects, you’ll play a key role in bringing hope to patients with genetic diseases.
About the Role:
The Maintenance Planner & Scheduleris responsible for the development, planning, oversight, and scheduling of equipment availability, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure on time development, production, and testing, in an efficient and reliable state of GMP compliant control of the Hearth. This role requires a proven, organized and efficient time manager with a collaborative interpersonal skills set. This role offers an opportunity to drive support activities that are vital to the maturing Forge Biologics business and evolving field of gene therapy.
What You'll Do:
- Manage externally performed maintenance for GMP and non-GMP assets
- Works closely with contractors and vendors performing onsite maintenance. Escorts vendor/contractor to the job location. Ensures all work is completed in accordance with safety and quality compliant procedures
- Reviews and approves completed work from the contractor/vendor, including record review and verification of documentation in accordance with GDP (Good Documentation Practice) standards
- Uploads completed work and all applicable documentation into the Blue Mountain CMMS per defined standard work
- Ensures equipment availability and readiness for maintenance by partnering with GMP Documentation/BMRAM Administration to coordinate equipment availability and staging status
- Ensures spare parts and maintenance kits are available and onsite prior to the start of work
- Supports spare parts program (stocking parts, obtaining quotes and monthly reconciliation)
- Supports contractor management program and evaluates performance based upon completed work
- Ensures equipment is returned to service in a GMP compliant readiness state to the asset owner
- May support check-outs and equipment restart
- Supports CMMS Work order data entry and review process
- Reviews vendor / contractor contracts / purchase orders for work deliverable alignment and accuracy
- Closely aligned with Site Maintenance Planner/Scheduler on upcoming work
- Manages the equipment ship out program (manages obtaining assets and shipping to vendor and schedule for return to the site). Maintains accuracy in the CMMS as it relates to the asset status
- Supports Plant & Reliability Engineering and Maintenance as required
- Build effective partnerships with internal stakeholders to drive the business towards achieving company objectives
- Exhibits professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflect positively on the company and is consistent with company policies and cultural values
What You'll Bring:
- 3+ years of experience coordinating equipment maintenance scheduling and managing contractor/vendor work, preferably in a regulated environment (GMP, FDA or similar)
- High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred
- Knowledge of maintenance processes and general understanding of equipment being maintained by external services
- Knowledge in supporting a spare parts programs/systems
- Ability to interpret work orders, service contracts, and equipment maintenance documentation
- Strong time management, planning, and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work the hours necessary to support production activities
- Ability to work in loud noise environments and in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Physical Requirements:
- May be required to lift up to 50 pounds of materials or equipment
- Requirement to gown into Classified Areas of the facility (ISO 7 and 8 sterile gowning)
- The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly as required
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned.Forge Biologics is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Forge Biologics, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Forge Your Future with Us
What sets Forge apart is our culture of
H.O.P.E.
We are
hardworking, showing up each day with determination and grit. We are open, creating a space where ideas flow freely and every voice is valued. We are purpose-driven, with every task directly tied to changing lives. And we are engaged, energized by the challenges we face and the milestones we achieve together.At Forge, your growth matters. We’re committed to helping you expand your skills, take on new challenges, and develop your career through mentorship, hands-on learning, and opportunities for advancement.
Our people are our greatest investment, and we’re proud to see team members grow with us.If you’re ready to use your talent to help deliver hope to patients around the world, join us — and be part of something bigger than yourself.
We’ve Got You Covered
We take the health and happiness of our employees seriously and are consistently evaluating new ways to make our benefits truly Un
FORGE
ttable.
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day at Forge, with 90% of premiums covered for team members as well as dependents
- Competitive PTO (plus 14 paid company holidays)
- Annual bonus for all full-time employees
- 401(K) company match
- Fully-stocked kitchen with free food/drinks
- Onsite gym
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave - additional discount programs include childcare support & dependent care
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness benefits (financial planning services, mental health counseling, employer paid disability)
- Professional & Personal development resources
