Job Description

Our client is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of buildings, infrastructure, and industrial equipment. They are a rapidly growing industrial products manufacturer that has built a strong reputation for producing durable components that support essential industrial operations across multiple sectors. This role ensures facilities remain safe, compliant, efficient, and fully operational. The ideal candidate has a strong background in facility management, industrial equipment maintenance, and leading teams.

Facilities Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Facility Management:
  • Oversee daily operations of facilities, including buildings, grounds, utilities, and infrastructure systems.
  • Manage service contracts and vendors for facility-related services (e.g., HVAC, janitorial, landscaping, and waste disposal).
  • Coordinate facility improvements, expansions, and space utilization projects.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment across site.
• Industrial Equipment Maintenance:
  • Lead the maintenance and repair of a wide range of industrial equipment, including:
  • Manual and automated welding machines
  • CNC and manual machining centers
  • Oil flushing systems and related equipment
  • Overhead bridge cranes and hoists
  • Compressed air systems
  • Develop and oversee preventive maintenance schedules to maximize equipment uptime.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
  • Maintain maintenance records and work orders using a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Compliance & Safety:
  • Ensure operations comply with OSHA, EPA, local building codes, and fire/life safety regulations.
  • Support EHS programs in partnership with safety and operations personnel.
  • Support company-wide safety programs and emergency preparedness plans.
  • Coordinate and document inspections, permits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Leadership & Coordination:
  • Supervise and support facility and maintenance personnel across site.
  • Assign and oversee work orders, monitor task completion, and provide hands-on support as needed.
  • Manage vendor relationships, including negotiating service contracts and tracking performance.
• Budgeting & Strategic Planning:
  • Develop and manage facility and maintenance budget for site.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings, energy efficiency improvements, and equipment lifecycle planning.
  • Participate in strategic planning related to facility layout changes, capital investments, and long-term growth.

Facilities Manager Education and Experience:

• 10+ years of facility or industrial maintenance management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on mechanical or electrical troubleshooting skills required.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining and troubleshooting welding systems, CNC machinery, cranes, compressed air systems, and oil flushing equipment.
• Proven ability to manage maintenance teams and multiple facility priorities effectively.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (electrical, mechanical, HVAC) and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with CMMS software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Facilities Manager Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Industrial Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Certifications such as CFM (Certified Facility Manager), PMP (Project Management Professional), or equivalent.