Facilities Operations Manager

Michaels • Centralia, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Operations Manager is responsible for safe, timely, and efficient shift operations and facility maintenance at the distribution center. The role manages the Facilities Maintenance team and the preventive and corrective maintenance programs for the building and grounds, while maintaining facility and equipment records. The manager partners with Operations leaders and internal business partners, plans and schedules maintenance work in support of distribution center goals, and identifies effective ways to address maintenance priorities.

The position oversees the CMMS for conveyor control, work orders, and inventory management; manages materials inventory; and develops and controls the facility maintenance budget. It also selects cost-effective external contractors and suppliers and oversees the quality of their work. The role is based in a climate-controlled office with ongoing exposure to the warehouse, where temperatures vary with external climate and proximity to dock doors and exits, and where conveyor and powered industrial equipment produce moderate noise.

The position requires at least five years of related experience, including facilities maintenance and management experience in an organization of comparable scope and complexity. A college degree is preferred. The role requires a flexible schedule in a multi-shift operation and occasional business travel.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of related experience, including facilities maintenance and previous management experience in an organization of comparable scope and complexity.
• Computer proficiency, including MS Office Suite and maintenance-specific systems or applications.
• Advanced related diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and technical resources.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to adjust to changing priorities and operational demands.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for partnering with internal and external parties at all levels.
• Ability to develop an effective Facilities Maintenance team through training, coaching, and ongoing leadership.
• Practice respectful workplace leadership.
• Knowledge and understanding of distribution center and warehouse operations and concepts.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, particularly in a multi-shift operation.
• Availability for occasional business travel for meetings, project work, training, and related purposes.
• Frequent standing and walking in office and warehouse areas; occasional sitting; occasional reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting; regular lifting and carrying of items of varying weight; and repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements.
• Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred.
• Additional related training or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Facilities Maintenance team and preventive and corrective maintenance programs for the building and grounds.
• Maintain facility and equipment records.
• Partner with Operations leaders to complete work with minimal impact on workflow.
• Communicate with internal business partners to resolve issues.
• Create maintenance plans and schedules in support of distribution center goals and objectives.
• Identify new methods and options for accomplishing maintenance priorities.
• Monitor reports and observe workflow, redirecting team members to problem areas as needed.
• Oversee the CMMS system for conveyor control, work orders, and inventory management.
• Manage inventory of materials for equipment and operations, including conveyor and power-equipment parts.
• Develop, manage, and control the facility maintenance budget.
• Select external contractors and suppliers to provide cost-effective supplies and services.
• Oversee contractor work quality to ensure obligations are met.
• Lead or perform other assigned duties and projects.
• Train, coach, and lead the Facilities Maintenance team.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match, depending on position and eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, depending on position and eligibility.
• Telemedicine services.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Commuter benefits.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Voluntary insurance options.
• Employee discounts and partner discount programs.
• The position may be eligible for additional performance-based bonus compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed