Facilities Manager - Ohio Gratings : Job Details

As the Facilities Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the maintenance, operations, and repair of Ohio Gratings' facilities. Your work will ensure the optimal performance of our systems and infrastructure while adhering to our core values: Passion, Excellence, and Integrity. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our facilities and contribute directly to the company's mission to be the first choice organization for associates, customers, and markets. By embracing our brand promise, Make it Right and Ship When Promised, you will lead the team to provide top-notch service and create a safe, sustainable, and efficient environment for all.

As a faith-based organization rooted in biblical principles, we strive to reflect these values in our work, relationships, and decision-making. We expect all associates to learn, embrace, and actively model our core values through their actions, choices, and collaboration with others. This commitment is essential to sustaining our culture and achieving shared success.

This job description does not describe all activities, duties, responsibilities, or physical demands that are required of the employee for this job. Likewise, the work environment described is merely representative. Duties, responsibilities, activities, physical demands, and work environment may change at any time with or without notice.

• Facility Maintenance Program Management: Lead and develop a preventive/predictive maintenance program based on industry best practices, planning and scheduling activities to minimize downtime. Ensure that all processes reflect our commitment to honoring our commitments and sustaining our future, keeping our facilities efficient and productive.

• Team Leadership and Personnel Development: Supervise and guide the maintenance and finishing department staff, emphasizing working with passion and transforming ourselves through continuous learning and development. Foster a positive culture by encouraging responsiveness, communication, and collaboration in line with our value of caring to earn trust.

• Asset and Inventory Management: Oversee spare parts, manuals, maintenance supplies, and equipment inventory. Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders, inventory, and maintenance history. Your efforts will ensure our resources are well-managed, reinforcing our core principle of sustaining our future.

• Compliance and Safety: Ensure the facility adheres to all regulatory standards and company policies, including health, safety, environmental, and building codes. Conduct regular safety inspections to ensure a safe environment for associates and customers, aligning with our core value of caring to earn trust.

• Vendor Management: Build and maintain positive relationships with external vendors, ensuring that all maintenance services are performed on time and within budget. This supports our value of honoring our commitments to customers and maintaining our brand promise.

• Operations and Process Improvement: Monitor plant equipment and systems to drive continuous improvement and eliminate inefficiencies. Identify opportunities for transforming ourselves by integrating innovative solutions that improve facility operations.

• Emergency and Contingency Planning: Develop and implement emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness for unexpected events. Your leadership here will demonstrate your commitment to honoring our commitments, ensuring the facility is always ready to meet operational demands.

• Energy and Sustainability Initiatives: Lead the integration of sustainability initiatives and the management of energy consumption, promoting sustainability for our future. Your efforts in resource management are vital in supporting the long-term success of the company.

• Project Management: Oversee facility expansion and improvement projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. Encourage a culture of working with passion and transforming ourselves as you guide projects that elevate the company's infrastructure.

• Plumbing and Electrical Systems: Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of all plumbing and electrical systems. Respond promptly to issues, maintaining a facility that is safe, functional, and efficient.

• General Facility Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and repair of all areas within the facility, including manufacturing floors, breakrooms, restrooms, parking lots, and common areas, reinforcing our commitment to maintaining a safe and well-kept environment for associates and customers.

• Communication: Maintain transparent communication with all departments regarding maintenance activities, equipment status, and ongoing projects. Foster an environment that encourages collaboration and caring to earn trust.

Additional Duties

• Oversee weather preparation activities, such as snow and ice removal, leaf cleanup, and general grounds maintenance.
• Ensure completion of Epicor tickets and maintenance documentation in a timely manner, reinforcing our values of honoring commitments and working with passion.
• Drive continuous improvement in the facility maintenance program by implementing innovative solutions and processes that transform the way we operate.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, Engineering, or a related field required (Master's degree and certifications in Facility Management, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred).
• Experience: o 57 years of experience in facility maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing environment. o Proven experience in a supervisory or management role, demonstrating leadership and team development aligned with our value of working with passion. o Experience in managing operational budgets, project planning, and vendor negotiations. o Familiarity with Epicor and AutoCAD software is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of facility maintenance systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and construction processes.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage facility improvement and construction projects from planning to execution, ensuring adherence to honoring commitments and sustaining our future.
• Safety and Compliance: Extensive knowledge of safety regulations and building codes, with a focus on maintaining a safe and compliant environment.
• Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills to foster trust and collaboration within your team and across the organization.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to address maintenance challenges effectively and efficiently with a focus on continuous improvement and transforming ourselves.

Working Conditions

• The Facilities Manager will work both indoors and outdoors, often in varying weather conditions.
• Physical activity required, including lifting, climbing ladders, standing, walking, and bending for extended periods.
• Availability may be required during evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.