Facility Manager

US Foods•North Las Vegas, NV

20d•$75,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Facility Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of facility, domicile, and hub functions and systems at a high-volume, temperature-controlled food distribution center. Areas of responsibility include maintenance and repairs, sanitation, groundskeeping, office space, security, power industrial equipment, regulatory compliance, and vendor services. The role supports cold chain integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational uptime through preventive maintenance and prompt issue resolution. The manager leads and develops facilities operations and maintenance staff, optimizes workflows using CMMS and automation technologies, manages third-party providers, and implements sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives. The position supports workplace safety, product quality, and uninterrupted customer service, and supervises approximately 2–10 direct reports depending on distribution center size. The role is onsite, with time spent in an office using a computer and inside and outside the distribution center, including environments that may reach -5 degrees. Flexible hours, nights, weekends, and on-call work may be needed to support 24/7 operations and emergencies. The expected base rate is $75,000–$120,000; the role may also receive incentive compensation.

Requirements

At least 5 years of facilities management experience.
At least 3 years working with refrigeration systems within cold chain distribution.
Proven leadership experience managing maintenance teams, budgets, and vendor contracts.
Strong understanding of OSHA, EPA, USDA, FDA, GMP, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
Proficiency with CMMS and basic data analytics to drive performance improvements.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Facility Operations, Engineering, Construction, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
Valid driver’s license with a motor vehicle record in good standing and ability to travel between sites if required.
For ammonia sites, Level 1 Ammonia Operator Certification or completion within 12 months of hire.
For ammonia sites, PSM/RMP certification or completion within 12 months of hire.
For ammonia sites, PSM tracking tool training within 12 months of hire.
CMMS training within 6 months of hire.
Refrigeration/HVAC certificates, licenses, and registrations, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Five years of facilities management experience in food distribution, manufacturing, or other temperature-controlled, high-volume environments.
Three years of proven leadership experience managing maintenance teams, budgets, and vendor contracts.
Demonstrated success leading sustainability initiatives such as energy reduction, waste minimization, water conservation, or green building practices.
Lean Six Sigma certification or experience driving continuous improvement programs.
Strong vendor negotiation skills and experience managing multi-site service agreements.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization.
Familiarity with computerized building management systems and advanced CMMS analytics.
Experience implementing and maintaining automation, warehouse control systems, or energy management technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
EPA Section 608 Certification for Freon sites.
Powered Industrial Equipment Certification.
Certificate in fleet trade/mechanic.

Responsibilities

Direct and monitor associates responsible for building, grounds, sanitation, refrigeration systems, power industrial equipment, and security maintenance using tracking software and preventive maintenance schedules.
Ensure adherence to Preferred Work Methods and foster a safety-first culture.
Oversee refrigeration system operation, monitoring, and maintenance to meet temperature-control standards and protect perishable products.
Partner with Quality Assurance and Food Safety teams to maintain cold chain integrity and respond to temperature excursions or equipment failures.
Manage, assign, and oversee facility operations activities and capital projects, coordinating repairs, upgrades, and equipment installations while minimizing impact on distribution operations.
Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate staff; administer discipline when necessary; maintain associate relations; manage labor hours and schedules, including overtime as required.
Prioritize daily tasks and long-term projects, manage competing deadlines, and ensure timely completion.
Manage relationships with third-party vendors and ensure required compliance documents are current.
Oversee selection, purchase, utilization, and inventory control of company assets, monitor equipment life cycles, and recommend replacements or upgrades.
Partner with QA and sanitation teams to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and effective cleanliness, sanitation, pest control, and allergen management programs.
Develop and manage facility budgets and capital expenditure requests; identify cost-reduction, sustainability, and energy-efficiency improvements.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; conduct internal audits and maintain inspection, food safety, PSM, ammonia refrigeration safety, and fire protection documentation.
Partner with the Safety Department to deliver training, conduct safety observations, investigate accidents, and update Preferred Work Methods.
Lead emergency response planning and crisis management and liaise with local emergency management agencies.
Coordinate with warehouse and transportation teams so facility infrastructure supports receiving, storage, and shipping without delays or product compromise.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management.