Industrial Maintenance Manager

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Austell, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Empire Distributors Inc, a leading beverage distributor, is seeking a Facilities Manager for its Atlanta Distribution Center. This role is responsible for the overall property and equipment management, coordinating maintenance needs with various stakeholders to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. The Facilities Manager will initiate planning for preventive and predictive maintenance programs, manage projects supporting building operations, and lead the maintenance and custodial workforce to achieve company goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree preferred from an accredited College/University with three to 3 - 5 years of related experience in Maintenance, Leadership, and people development.
6 - 10 years of Maintenance experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
Some knowledge of warehouse software as well as basic Windows functions, i.e. SAP, Microsoft M365 Suite, Adobe, CMMS.
Forklift certification and other warehouse certifications as needed.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Train-the-trainer certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain the building and its components using preventive and predictive maintenance techniques to maximize facility lifespan.
Ensure maximum performance of conveyor systems through internal maintenance programs (monthly, quarterly, annual).
Maximize the use of Regional and National McLane contracts with suppliers and service providers for cost savings.
Ensure facility and building compliance with all government regulations.
Maintain Material Handling Equipment (MHE) through maintenance programs.
Coordinate and perform painting, building repairs, and basic woodworking for furnishings and the warehouse.
Ensure the site is maintained to provide a clean and safe environment with a positive and pleasing interior/exterior appearance.
Identify, evaluate, and implement savings initiatives, service enhancements, and process improvements.
Perform and direct ground maintenance activities (mowing, trimming, weeding, leaf removal).
Collaborate with the Fleet and Safety Manager to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local laws related to facility operations.
Participate in employee recognition programs to enhance morale, recognition, and engagement.
Maintain a recurrent role in the monthly safety program to increase safety awareness and adherence.
Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist workers in solving them.
Coordinate all monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections of facilities (conveyor, alarm systems, fire alarm).
Confer with other management members to coordinate departmental activities.
Coordinate activities of outside contractors for maintenance and repair of the building and surroundings.
Requisition tools, equipment, and supplies needed for the Distribution Center.
Inspect completed work for conformance to blueprints, specifications, and standards.
Create, update, and complete work orders using a computerized maintenance management system.
Maintain conveyor parts inventory.
Directly supervise three employees in the Building Maintenance Division, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws (interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, appraising performance, rewarding, disciplining, addressing complaints, resolving problems).