Manager, Facilities Maintenance
About The Position
The Facilities Manager is accountable for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of plant infrastructure and utilities in a battery recycling facility. This leader will drive world-class EHS performance, oversee maintenance across a three-shift operation, and ensure facility systems (e.g., HVAC, fire protection, electrical distribution, compressed air, water/wastewater, and building/grounds) meet production demands. The role requires a hands-on leader who sets clear standards, coaches supervisors and technicians, and partners closely with Operations, EHS, Quality, and Engineering to eliminate risk, reduce downtime, and enable throughput.
Requirements
- 7+ years in industrial facilities/maintenance leadership, preferably in battery recycling, metals, chemicals, or hazardous materials processing.
- Proven leadership across multi-shift operations with direct supervision of maintenance teams.
- Ability to present in formal/informal plant wide environments.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, NFPA, building/fire codes; experience with audits and regulators.
- Hands-on experience with CMMS (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, eMaint, Fiix) and maintenance planning/scheduling.
- Demonstrated success in reliability engineering concepts (PM/PdM, critical spares, failure analysis).
- Ability to read P&IDs, single-line electrical diagrams, and mechanical/electrical schematics.
- Ability to troubleshoot basic and complex wiring issues that may need rewiring—motors/VFD’s, encoders/hall effects.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
- TRAVEL: 20% or less
Nice To Haves
- Experience with lithium-ion battery recycling processes (black mass handling, thermal/chemical processing).
- Certifications: HAZWOPER (29 CFR 1910.120), OSHA 30, CPO/WWTP operator (as applicable), NFPA 70E training.
- Familiarity with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety).
- Background in energy management and sustainability initiatives.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) or Facilities Management; equivalent experience considered.
Responsibilities
- Safety, Environmental & Compliance Leadership
- Maintenance Department Leadership (Three Shifts)
- Facilities & Utilities Operations
- Projects, Turnarounds & Contractor Management
- Financial & Strategic Management
- Quality, Housekeeping & Continuous Improvement
- All other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision
- HSA/HRA/FSA
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Wellness programs and incentives
- Life & Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
- Paid Time Off
- 80 hours of paid company holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
