Director, Facilities & Maintenance

Swisher•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a diverse range of businesses, including Swisher Sweets Cigar Company, Helme Tobacco Co., Hempire, Rogue Holdings, and Drew Estate: The Rebirth of Cigars. We have a passion for people and helping them build rewarding careers. If you’re ready to create excitement and drive what’s next in the industry, we’d love to hear from you. The Director of Facilities & Maintenance is responsible for the strategic leadership, planning, operation, and continuous improvement of all facility and maintenance functions across the organization. This role oversees facility infrastructure, building systems, utilities, maintenance operations, capital improvement projects, contractor management, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, Business Administration, or related field required
Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive facilities and maintenance leadership experience
Minimum of 5 years of people leadership experience managing managers, supervisors, or technical teams
Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, or industrial operations preferred
Experience managing capital projects, contractor relationships, and facility budgets
Demonstrated success implementing preventive maintenance and asset reliability programs
Strong knowledge of facility infrastructure systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building automation systems

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, Business Administration, or related field required
Knowledge of maintenance management systems (CMMS) and asset management principles
Understanding of OSHA, environmental regulations, building codes, and life safety requirements
Strong project management and contractor management capabilities
Financial acumen with experience managing operating and capital budgets

Responsibilities

Develop and execute facility and maintenance strategies aligned with organizational goals and operational requirements
Establish departmental objectives, policies, procedures, and performance metrics
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, cost optimization, asset utilization, and operational efficiency
Develop long-range facility and infrastructure plans to support future growth and business needs
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Safety, and Quality leadership to support business objectives
Direct all facility operations, including building systems, grounds, utilities, and infrastructure
Oversee maintenance and repair activities for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, and life safety systems
Ensure facilities are maintained in a safe, clean, and compliant condition
Manage building renovations, expansions, refurbishments, and infrastructure improvement projects
Oversee waste management, environmental services, and facility-related vendor activities
Provide leadership for preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs
Establish asset management strategies to maximize equipment reliability and lifecycle performance
Monitor maintenance KPIs including downtime, equipment reliability, preventive maintenance completion, and maintenance costs
Ensure maintenance planning and scheduling processes support operational requirements
Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring equipment and facility failures
Lead facility-related capital projects from planning through implementation
Develop project scopes, budgets, timelines, and resource requirements
Evaluate, select, and manage contractors, consultants, and service providers
Negotiate contracts and service agreements to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and compliance
Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to company safety and operational standards
Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets
Monitor expenditures and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiencies
Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, building codes, fire codes, and other applicable laws and regulations
Maintain facility readiness for regulatory inspections and audits
Partner with Safety and Environmental teams to support risk reduction initiatives
Maintain documentation and records related to facility compliance and maintenance activities
Lead, develop, and mentor maintenance, facilities, and technical staff
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, customer service, and continuous improvement
All other duties as assigned