Cliff Muller is a seasoned professional in facilities engineering and maintenance management, boasting over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He holds the credential of Certified Plant Maintenance Manager and is licensed in manufacturing reliability, underscoring his expertise in ensuring operational excellence within complex manufacturing environments.
Cliff’s career commenced at The Upjohn Company in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where he served as a Facility/Reliability Engineer from 1989 to 2001. In this role, he was responsible for maintaining over one million square feet of research and development and office space, managing a budget of $1.8 million. Notably, he implemented a maintenance helpline and dispatch operation, streamlining maintenance processes and enhancing operational efficiency.
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Between 1996 and 1998, Cliff took on the role of Maintenance Supervisor/Team Leader at Pharmacia & Upjohn, also in Kalamazoo. He supervised and coached a reorganized multi-craft maintenance team, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring the effective execution of maintenance activities.
In 2001, Cliff transitioned to Pfizer Inc., where he served as the Engineering Document Manager until 2012. He oversaw CAD and engineering document management functions for both research and development and manufacturing sites, establishing procedures and standards, and managing contract staffing. His efforts ensured the integrity and accessibility of critical engineering documentation across the organization.
Since April 2013, Cliff has been serving as a Facilities Engineer at Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing in Grand Rapids. In this capacity, he manages facilities and utilities for a pharmaceutical contract manufacturer, encompassing manufacturing operations and finishing facilities. His responsibilities include optimizing and troubleshooting systems, managing vendor and contract relationships, overseeing project management, ensuring thorough documentation, and handling maintenance and calibration activities.
Cliff’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Graphics from Western Michigan University, obtained between 1979 and 1986, with additional studies in General Business. He further enhanced his expertise by obtaining a License in Manufacturing Reliability from the University of Dayton’s Center for Competitive Change.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Cliff is actively involved in various interests and activities. He participates in the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) and Michigan Turn Marshals, reflecting his passion for auto racing. His hobbies also include bicycling, photography, and camping. Committed to community service, Cliff engages in volunteer work, choral music, professional networking, and serves on non-profit boards, including involvement with Youth for Christ (YFC).
Throughout his career, Cliff Muller has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to excellence in facilities engineering and maintenance management. His extensive experience, coupled with his dedication to continuous improvement and community engagement, underscores his role as a leader in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.
