William Snook
Waterloo,NY
Summary
Dynamic Facilities Superintendent with a proven track record at Hanford Pharmaceuticals, excelling in property maintenance and compliance. Enhanced operational efficiency through innovative preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime significantly. Skilled in vendor negotiations and team mentorship, fostering collaboration and safety across departments while ensuring regulatory adherence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Superintendent
Hanford Pharmaceuticals
Syracuse, NY
08.2021 - 01.2026
- Led facility maintenance initiatives to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for services and supplies to optimize costs.
- Conducted facility inspections, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in facility management and safety protocols.
- Enhanced facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Reduced downtime for critical equipment by establishing effective maintenance schedules and strategies.
- Conducted cross-functional meetings regularly to identify opportunities for collaboration between departments.
- Ensured that all documentation related to permits/licenses was updated regularly, preventing any potential penalties or delays in operations.
- Maintained compliance with local, state, and federal regulations by staying up-to-date on changes related to building codes, fire safety standards, and environmental policies.
- Increased energy efficiency in facilities by conducting audits and implementing cost-saving measures such as lighting retrofits or HVAC upgrades.
- Negotiated contracts with service providers for optimal pricing without compromising quality or reliability.
- Enhanced asset lifespan through regular assessments of equipment condition and proactive replacement or repair decisions when necessary.
- Coordinated complex facility projects, ensuring seamless communication between stakeholders while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets.
- Developed comprehensive emergency response plans to effectively manage potential crises within the facilities, minimizing risk to personnel and property.
- Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
- Scheduled, coordinated and supervised all facility-related tasks and activities to monitor performance.
- Enforced compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental regulations to reduce risks.
- Built relationships with vendors and contractors to support timely and cost-effective services.
- Collaborated with contractors, vendors and stakeholders to support on-time projects completion.
- Defined and coordinated preventative maintenance plans to support longevity of facility systems and equipment.
- Maintained facility grounds, equipment, and safety compliance.
- Oversaw building automation system and monitored HVAC, security and audio-visual systems, maintaining functionality of equipment.
- Reviewed and oversaw construction and renovation projects.
- Established and maintained relationships with external vendors for prompt restocking of needed items and supplies.
- Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.
Maintenance Manager
Hanford Pharmaceuticals
Syracuse, NY
08.2011 - 08.2021
- Led maintenance team to ensure optimal equipment performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime.
- Streamlined maintenance workflows, enhancing productivity and minimizing operational disruptions.
- Conducted regular inspections and audits, identifying areas for improvement in facility operations.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Collaborated with other departments to verify completion of maintenance tasks.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Mentored new hires in company procedures, safety protocols, and technical skills necessary for their roles as maintenance professionals.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waterloo High School
Waterloo, NYSkills
- Property maintenance
- Order processing management
- Waste disposal management
- Electrical system maintenance
Accomplishments
- Achieved ARC Flash Training and initiated the completion of all labeling of ARC Flash electrical equipment within the facility to comply with NFPA 70E.
- Achieved successful waste water test results after a major facility upgrade complying with our Onondaga County Waste Permit and maintained passing results prior and after that upgrade.
- Documented and resolved start up of a new Meco Still after weeks of high conductivity issues with WFI that couldn't be determined by the sub-contractor or Meco technicians.
- Documented and resolved start up of two 125 ton glycol chillers that would not operate efficiently during switchover by modifying Johson Controls operating system.
Timeline
Facilities Superintendent
Hanford Pharmaceuticals
08.2021 - 01.2026
Maintenance Manager
Hanford Pharmaceuticals
08.2011 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Waterloo High School