Facilities Manager

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.