Senior Facilities & Maintenance Manager

La-Z-Boy • Neosho, MO

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About The Position

The Senior Facilities & Maintenance Manager leads and oversees maintenance operations to ensure equipment, facilities, and infrastructure function efficiently. The role leads maintenance personnel and collaborates with vendors and other departments to maintain a safe, productive work environment. Its decisions directly affect operational efficiency, safety, productivity, employee satisfaction, and business success. The position leads an organization of more than 30 maintenance leaders and professionals across two or more manufacturing buildings.

The manager develops and executes preventive maintenance plans, coordinates repairs and upgrades, monitors equipment performance, and oversees capital and continuous improvement projects. The role also manages maintenance budgets, safety compliance, vendor relationships, spare-parts inventory, and facility upkeep. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field with at least 7 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, blueprints, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Experience with a formal problem-solving methodology, including Six Sigma.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• CMRP, CRL, or CRE certification.
• Strong knowledge of TPM, RCM, and FMEA.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or SolidWorks and PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Understand, train, and execute the TPM element of the Tranzform, La-Z-Boy’s operating system.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for machinery, vehicles, and building systems.
• Coordinate repairs, replacements, and upgrades; monitor equipment performance and address issues promptly.
• Plan and execute capital and continuous improvement projects.
• Lead maintenance technicians, electricians, and mechanics; assign tasks, set performance goals, provide training, and foster teamwork.
• Develop and manage the maintenance budget, optimize spending, evaluate cost-saving opportunities, and participate in site capital budget planning.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols, conduct safety inspections, address hazards, and implement emergency response procedures.
• Coordinate external vendors and contractors, ensure contractor work is safe and follows company policies and standards, and manage contractor relationships.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies, ensuring availability and minimizing downtime.
• Oversee building maintenance, landscaping, and cleanliness; address facility issues and plan and execute renovations or improvements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Basic life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match of up to 6%.
• 9–11 paid holidays each year.
• Two weeks of prorated vacation for new hires.
• Personal time for non-exempt employees or state-mandated sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior