Job Description

About the Role -

As a Facilities Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of a manufacturing plant and distribution center, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient site performance.

You’ll lead a small on-site team responsible for maintenance, vendor management, compliance, and continuous improvement across all building systems. This role requires a strong technical understanding of industrial facilities and a hands-on leadership approach to drive operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• On-site presence: Full-time, 5 days per week at the client’s manufacturing/distribution facility.
• Oversee all building operations, maintenance, and repair activities for one primary site, with potential to support additional locations currently under construction.
• Provide formal supervision and leadership to site staff — including training, development, and performance management.
• Develop and manage daily work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train employees to ensure flexibility and efficiency.
• Coordinate and manage maintenance and repair work performed by internal technicians, vendors, and contractors.
• Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure safety, compliance, and quality standards are met.
• Manage capital projects, operating budgets, and financial reporting to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Maintain strong client relationships and lead meetings to address ongoing or unresolved facility issues.
• Oversee all environmental health and safety (EHS) procedures, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Manage vendor relationships, procurement, and invoicing processes to ensure quality service delivery.
• Conduct and oversee training on maintenance procedures, safety practices, and operational standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for site operations, troubleshooting and resolving technical or operational issues.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing facilities operations within manufacturing, industrial, or distribution environments.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with experience overseeing technicians or contractors.
• Technical knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Experience managing budgets, capital projects, and vendor performance.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills with the ability to liaise across internal teams and client stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfortable with CAFM or CMMS systems.
• Strong understanding of EHS regulations and compliance requirements in industrial settings.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and deliver results in a fast-paced operational environment.

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, proactive leader with strong problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable to change.
• Customer-focused mindset with a drive for operational excellence.
• High integrity, accountability, and safety-first approach.

Additional Information

• Full-time, on-site position with occasional travel to other regional facilities.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

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