Assoc. Director Facilities

Baxter•Deerfield, IL

About The Position

The Associate Director, Facilities leads facilities, workplace services, and capital project activities across Baxter’s Deerfield, Illinois; Round Lake, Illinois; and Batesville, Indiana campuses. The role is responsible for safe, efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations, improving the employee workplace experience, and supporting business objectives. The position partners with site leaders, business stakeholders, and service providers on operational priorities, campus planning, workplace changes, and infrastructure investments. Success depends on operational excellence, financial stewardship, service quality, and developing high-performing teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business, or a related field.
At least 8 years of facilities management experience, including leadership of complex corporate, manufacturing, or laboratory environments.
Experience managing significant operating and capital budgets.
Strong vendor management, financial, and project management skills.
Proven ability to lead teams and influence senior stakeholders.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting large corporate headquarters, research and development (R&D), and/or laboratory facilities.

Responsibilities

Lead facilities operations, maintenance, and workplace services across all campuses.
Develop and execute facilities strategies that support current and future business needs.
Ensure the reliability, safety, compliance, and operational excellence of campus infrastructure.
Manage operating and capital budgets and oversee cost management activities.
Oversee capital planning and project execution across multiple campuses.
Manage relationships with facilities vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure contract compliance and performance expectations are met.
Partner with site and business leaders on operational priorities, workplace initiatives, campus planning, and infrastructure investments.
Lead and develop facilities staff and third-party service teams.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements.
Support business continuity, emergency response, and risk mitigation efforts.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage starting on day one.
Basic life, accident, short-term disability, long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employee contribution options and company matching.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Educational assistance programs.
Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
Family and medical leaves of absence.
Paid parental leave.
Commuting benefits.
Employee Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Childcare benefits.
Position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and long-term incentive.