Associate Manager, Facilities

KYOCERA External • Hendersonville, NC

25d • $74,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Manager, Facilities is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all plant equipment, buildings, and grounds. In addition, may be responsible for engineering design, construction and installation and coordination of subcontractors for portions of the facilities and equipment, or alteration or modifications to existing facilities and equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma required, 4 year degree preferred
• 1+ years’ experience in a leadership position desired
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in HVAC, maintenance and machine repair
• Forklift certified
• Ability to work in an ITAR environment
• Must pass a background check

Responsibilities

• Maintains responsibility for the structural and functional (machine, power, water, security) viability for a manufacturing facility.
• Leads projects in building repair, alterations, and modifications.
• Assist in overseeing construction and repair projects.
• Reviews bids and estimates to determine best vendor and may complete ringis.
• Assists in creation of a facilities master plan/strategic plan to systematically address on-going facility requirements in support of local manufacturing and consistent with the financial goals of the organization.
• Supervision, training, and timekeeping of trade staff personnel including the identification of requisite skills; on-going development plans and retention and motivation of team members.
• Responsible for all appropriate managerial tasks including, but not limited to performance management, training and development, and compensation administration.
• Responsible for managing multiple projects and tasks over both short and long-term periods of time.
• Maintains appropriate relationships with key governmental and regulatory agencies to effectively communicate the organization's plans and effectively align the interests of all parties.
• Collaborates with municipal/regulatory organizations' personnel on problems concerning facility.
• Review of all on-going contracts and blanket orders for services in conjunction with Supply Management to locate most appropriate and cost-effective suppliers and alternatives.
• Timely dissemination of budgetary allocations to consuming departments.
• Creation of strategies to reduce costs and consumption of energy through progressive building and conservation strategies.
• Compiles and maintains information on plant facilities, including reviewing all applicable codes to comply with city and state regulations/requirements.
• Establishes and maintains preventive maintenance standards and schedules in SAP.
• Assist with Environmental Compliance and monitoring activities as required.
• Membership on facility Emergency Response Team.
• Must be available after hours and as needed for emergencies or machine down situations.
• Frequently interacts with sub-ordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers and the company.
• Often must lead a cooperative effort.
• May be involved in hiring, discipline, termination, and performance management.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off 3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid pension plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Flexible schedules
• On-site gym, walking track, and employee gardens at larger locations
• Long-tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!)
• Inclusive and diverse workforce
• A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED