Corporate Facilities Manager

THE VISUAL PAK COMPANIES•Waukegan, IL

5d•$71,268 - $106,902•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Facilities Manager is skilled and self-motivated to support multiple manufacturing buildings' facilities. This role is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems, equipment, and infrastructure to ensure minimal downtime and high facility reliability. From a Corporate lens, manages preventive maintenance schedules, reacts to repairs, and organizes renovation projects. This role ensures that all buildings and equipment are well-maintained, secure, and compliant with all relevant regulations.

Requirements

Safety first mindset.
8 years of hands-on facility maintenance experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated leadership and positive influence working with others.
General carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, drywall, painting, and general building upkeep.
HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, and mechanical troubleshooting.
Ability to assess building-related situations and implement solutions.
Strong knowledge of building systems & infrastructure, general maintenance methods, operating requirements, and safety precautions related to facilities management.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Knowledge of national and local building codes, OSHA standards, and building safety requirements.
Experience with vendors, suppliers, and assigned resources to achieve the best collaboration level.
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under conditions of multiple deadlines and changing priorities
Responsible for budget adherence, cost proposal creation, contract analysis, and presenting recommendations.
Experience participating in internal and external audits.
Provides a calm and positive demeanor to address challenging or urgent situations.
Recognizes confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Applies critical thinking, problem solving, and rational judgement
Exceptional attention to detail and proficiency when overseeing and generating reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills pertaining to information filing and maintenance.
Self-motivated and directed for learning and staying up to date on best practices relating to job duties.
Math aptitude to assess expenses and best cost containment measures.
Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
Understand urgency and timeliness of response, resources, and resolution.
Capable of working with peers and associates from other departments and shifts proactively and constructively.
Can adapt a work schedule to meet changing plans throughout a workday, including outside of normal business hours.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
Communication skills, including listening to others, processing information, and expressing oneself effectively verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in Industrial or Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is helpful but not required.
Certification in facilities management, property management, instead of a degree, is helpful in combination with other significant key skills.
Experience with project tracking, PM software, or other technological resources to aid in documenting and reporting on work assignments and output.
Smartphone – Preferred

Responsibilities

Safety first mindset when considering all situations, solutions, and resources.
Partners with EHS to ensure building-related safety protocols are in place, communicated, and overseen.
Partners with Property Management Facility team.
Respond promptly to facility-related requests and emergencies.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, or contract appropriate resources, for building systems, including: HVAC Systems, fire protection and security Systems, electrical and energy management, dock doors/dock plate systems, power industrial equipment, building components (roof, interior & exterior floors/walls, doors, paved surfaces and landscaping).
Conduct routine inspections of building structures and grounds to assess and identify necessary repairs or renovations.
Ensure all facilities are fully operational with all utilities functioning properly
Manage facility vendors and contractors for specialized repairs or services.
Manage and execute facility projects for quality and timely completion.
Provides strategic planning for property management best practices regarding building safety, security, and business operations use of the site.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Ensure all facilities comply with health and safety regulations and standards.
Follows and maintains facilities' best practices, which may be different at each site location.
Partners with departments on projects related to the facility topic area or topic domain.
Develops ideas and solutions for continuous improvement (CI) relating to facilities projects.
Conducts research to keep up to date on facility safety equipment requirements and changes from regulatory agencies.
Collaborate with site leadership to prioritize repairs and develop maintenance schedules.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, reports and records using a CMMS or work order system.
Creates a rapport with the workforce and management at the business(es) assigned.
Prioritizes conflicting needs, handling matters efficiently, proactively, and following through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.

Benefits

Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
401(k) Retirement Savings – with Company match
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Accounts (DCA) –Save pre-tax dollars on eligible medical expenses.
Dependent Care Subsidy –Extra financial support for your family’s dependent care needs.
Childcare & Elder Care Resources – Find trusted care options near you easily.
Tuition/Education Assistance – Invest in your growth with financial support for education and professional development.
Active & Fit Direct – Affordable access to thousands of gyms and fitness centers.
Geode Health – Mental health support tailored to your needs.
Commuter Benefits – Save on transit and parking expenses.
Health Advocate Services – Get expert help navigating healthcare and benefits.
Benefit Hub – Employee Perks and Discount Marketplace – Exclusive savings on shopping, travel, and more!
Pet Insurance – Coverage to keep your furry family members healthy.
Paid Time Off & Holidays – Recharge and enjoy your well-earned time away.
Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance -Disability income protection for long and short-term absences from work.