Job Title: Facilities ManagerDepartment: Operations / MaintenanceReports To: Vice PresidentLocation: Bowling Green, KyFLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary:
The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety, functionality, and efficiency of the company’s physical plant, infrastructure, and supporting systems. This role ensures that all facility-related equipment and utilities operate effectively to support manufacturing operations and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of the facility, including buildings, grounds, utilities, HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and fire protection systems.
- Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs for facility infrastructure and critical systems.
- Coordinate repairs, renovations, and capital improvement projects in collaboration with internal departments and external contractors.
- Ensure facility operations are compliant with OSHA, EPA, local safety codes, and environmental regulations.
- Manage facility-related budgets, including service contracts, repairs, utilities, and maintenance supplies.
- Supervise and schedule work for in-house maintenance technicians and contractors.
- Monitor energy usage and implement initiatives to reduce utility costs and improve environmental sustainability.
- Ensure facility readiness for inspections, audits, and emergency preparedness.
- Support production needs by ensuring utilities and infrastructure are consistently available and functioning.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance logs, inspections, and permits.
Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience managing industrial or manufacturing facilities; experience in metals or copper manufacturing is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems in an industrial setting.
- Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, EPA).
- Proven ability to manage contractors, maintenance teams, and project timelines.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and Microsoft Office.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Chinese) preferred depending on workforce demographics.
Work Environment:
- Work is performed in both office and industrial plant settings.
- Requires walking, climbing, and exposure to loud or high-temperature environments.
- Use of PPE is required when in designated production or maintenance areas.
- May involve occasional evening or weekend work for critical repairs or emergencies.