Facilities Manager

Summary

Reporting to the Director/VP of Manufacturing Operations, the Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring the building’s services and maintenance meet all operational needs.

Direct Reports

• N/A

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Ensures buildings and grounds are clean and safe
• Ensures that the facilities, production equipment, are fully operational with all utilities functioning properly
• Operates and maintains custodial functions, including overseeing cleaning services to ensure they are completed satisfactory
• Conducts and documents regular facilities inspections, and production equipment inspections
• Checks completed work by vendors and contractors
• Recommends maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and facility design modifications
• Forecasts, allocates, and supervises the financial and physical resources of the facilities management
• Records and monitors all maintenance expenditures
• Ensures stock levels are maintained within the approved budget
• Develops and manages facility service contracts regarding maintenance, safety, environmental, repairs, improvements and modifications
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, and assists with energy management
• Responsible for the purchase of goods and services that directly impact the operation of the facility
• Plans, coordinates and communicates with managers and department representatives of any office or equipment moves
• Performs routine maintenance on facilities and making repairs as needed
• Schedules routine inspections and emergency repairs with outside vendors
• Ensures proper security measures for the workplace, including collaborating with security system vendors or a team of security professionals
• Maintains day-to-day operations of facilities, such as delegating or completing maintenance orders
• Creates reports on maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences for supervisors and other relevant staff
• Prepares facilities for changing weather conditions
• May plan and coordinate office assignments for new employees
• Coordinates all office equipment moves
• Performs other duties outside their scope of work as assigned and required

Qualifications & Compentencies

• High School graduate or General Education Degree
• 2 to 4 years related facilities experience preferred
• Mechanically inclined; general experience working with mechanical systems, electrical, plumbing etc.
• Strong project management, negotiation, and leadership skills; detail oriented and the ability to successfully complete all tasks in a fast-paced environment
• General knowledge of environmental regulations (i.e. WBC, OHS etc.)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on customer service
• Strong computer skills (MS Office suite)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Manufacturing environment requiring some or all the following:

• Prolonged periods of sitting while performing assembly tasks at a workstation, as well as the ability to stand for prolonged periods during assembly line work
• Repetitive tasks involving hand and wrist motions, such as assembling small parts, using tools and operating machinery
• Fine motor skills for accurate and efficient assembly
• Frequent reaching, grasping, pushing or pulling production materials
• Capable of lifting and carrying battery components, tools or assembled units weighing up to 50lbs. May involve moving or positioning items within the manufacturing area
• Standing, bending or kneeling to access equipment, perform on-site assessments, operate machinery, handle delicate components or performs tasks at various heights and angles
• Working in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels. May involve exposure to battery chemicals or other materials used in the assembly process.
• Required to wear and properly use personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and gloves as required by safety protocols