What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Manager position at Apex Tool Group, LLC?
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The Blueprint (Role Profile)
The Facilities Manager will oversee the efficient operation, maintenance, and improvement of a high-volume distribution center, including associated office spaces. This role ensures the facility remains safe, compliant, and operationally effective while managing preventive maintenance programs, vendor relationships, and capital improvement projects. The ideal candidate will balance day-to-day operational needs with long-term strategic planning to support business growth. This position is based in our Apex, NC facility, and will report to the Sr Director, Distribution.
Come build your future with us!
The Build (Responsibilities)
Facility Operations & Maintenance
ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.
As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.
Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!
The Blueprint (Role Profile)
The Facilities Manager will oversee the efficient operation, maintenance, and improvement of a high-volume distribution center, including associated office spaces. This role ensures the facility remains safe, compliant, and operationally effective while managing preventive maintenance programs, vendor relationships, and capital improvement projects. The ideal candidate will balance day-to-day operational needs with long-term strategic planning to support business growth. This position is based in our Apex, NC facility, and will report to the Sr Director, Distribution.
Come build your future with us!
The Build (Responsibilities)
Facility Operations & Maintenance
- Oversee daily maintenance of warehouse, office, and site infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems
- Implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend asset life
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
- Provide support to other US Facilities as required
- Supervise the maintenance technicians, which is currently a team of 6
- Plan, budget, and execute capital improvement projects, including facility upgrades, expansions, and equipment installations
- Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification
- Prepare business cases and ROI analyses for proposed projects
- Source, negotiate, and manage service contracts for maintenance, cleaning, landscaping, and security
- Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to service level agreements
- Develop and manage the facilities budget, including operating expenses and capital expenditures
- Track and report on maintenance metrics, project progress, and cost control measures
- Support facility safety initiatives, including inspections, audits, and emergency preparedness
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, fire codes, and other applicable regulations
- Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field OR equivalent experience required
- 5 years of facilities management experience, preferably in a distribution or industrial environment
- Proven track record in managing capital projects from concept to completion
- Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance best practices, and safety regulations
- Excellent leadership, communication, and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and MS Office Suite
- Strong problem-solving, communication and organizational skills required
ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.
As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.
Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!