Facilities Manager

Silver King Beverage Company•Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Facilities Manager oversees the maintenance, safety, and functionality of all physical aspects of the plant. The role manages facilities maintenance professionals, ensures compliance with safety regulations, and implements cost-effective strategies to optimize facility operations in support of manufacturing production goals and quality standards. The position directs maintenance staff and programs; manages plant utilities, infrastructure, wastewater management, and facilities budgets; and coordinates external vendors and contractors. It also maintains records and reports on maintenance, equipment performance, and safety initiatives, presenting facility performance findings to the Facilities Director. The Facilities Manager is responsible for notifying management about actual or potential food safety issues and is empowered to resolve issues within the scope of the role. If the position is vacant for a significant period, food safety and quality tasks become the responsibility of the direct manager or a qualified designee.

Requirements

Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering, or a combination of education and experience with at least 5 to 7 years of experience.
Advanced understanding of facilities equipment and machines in a manufacturing environment.
Prior supervisory experience and extensive expertise in the specified area.
Ability to support and create effective teams, units, and work environments.
Moderate to high degree of skill and some job experience and training in building and plant maintenance activities.
Ability to work effectively in a Microsoft Windows environment, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and internal software programs.
Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire; visa sponsorship is not provided now or in the future.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, with reasonable accommodations where applicable, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Direct and lead maintenance technicians, electricians, and other facility support staff.
Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for equipment, machinery, and facility infrastructure.
Coordinate and schedule routine inspections, repairs, and upgrades.
Manage parts inventory for maintenance activities.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions.
Oversee wastewater management and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Manage facility utilities, including power, water, and HVAC systems.
Implement energy-efficient practices to reduce operational costs.
Monitor and address facility infrastructure issues, and schedule and oversee maintenance tasks, including preventive maintenance scheduling.
Manage the facilities budget, pursue cost-effectiveness, and identify cost savings and process improvements.
Coordinate external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance and repair services; evaluate their performance and ensure quality and safety standards are met.
Maintain records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and safety initiatives; prepare regular facility performance reports and present findings to the Facilities Director.
Notify management about actual or potential food safety issues and resolve food safety issues within the role's scope of work.
Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; and address complaints and resolve problems.