Facilities & Safety Manager

This salary information serves as a general guideline. Final offers are based on various factors, including qualifications, skills, experience, and other job-related criteria.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(K) with Roth option, Life & Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement & Discretionary Profit-Sharing Bonus.

Job Summary:

The Facilities & Safety Manager reports to the Executive Vice President of Operations and is responsible for the overall management, maintenance, safety compliance, and regulatory compliance of the office and manufacturing facility, ensuring a productive, secure, and environmentally sound workplace that supports core business operations and meets all regulatory standards. 

Key Responsibilities:

Facilities Management

·         Operations & Maintenance:  Oversee daily building operations, maintenance, and repairs for all systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural, machinery).

·         Preventative Maintenance:  Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for equipment and infrastructure to minimize unplanned downtime and extend asset life.

·         Project Management:  Plan and manage construction, renovation, and upgrade projects, ensuring efficiency and compliance.

·         Vendor & Staff Management:  Supervise facilities staff, cleaning crews, security, and third-party contractors.

·         Budgeting:  Administer and control budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.

·         Space Management:  Manage space allocation, workplace planning, and facility layout. 

·         Property Management:  Interface with Property Management to report deficiencies in services and/or resolve any building issues.

Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS)

·         Policy & Compliance:  Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, ensuring adherence to OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.

·         Inspections & Risk:  Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; implement corrective actions.

·         Training:  Develop and deliver safety training (Lockout/Tagout, HazCom, Emergency Response).

·         Incident Management:  Lead investigations, root cause analysis, and reporting for incidents and near misses.

·         Hazardous Materials:  Oversee safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.

·         Emergency Preparedness:  Manage emergency action plans and response readiness. 

·         Records Retention:  Create and maintain accurate safety records, including training logs, inspection reports and incident documentation.

·         Reporting:  Prepare and present reports on facility performance, safety metrics and compliance to senior management.

Required Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Occupational Health and Safety or Engineering or equivalent experience.

·         Eight years’ relevant facilities and/or EHS experience in a manufacturing / industrial  environment.

·         Minimum 3 years of supervisor experience in facilities and/or EHS roles within a manufacturing / industrial environment.

·         Strong knowledge of EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA) and building codes.

·         Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

·         Mechanical/electrical aptitude and diagnostic skills.

·         Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and relevant software.

·         Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and priorities. 

·         Plan and manage facility expansions, renovations and reconfigurations as needed, working closely with production and engineering teams.

·         Ensure the facilities meet all applicable building codes, environmental regulations and local ordinances.

·         Excellent organizational, decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills required.

·         Proficient in MS Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

·         OSHA and EPA certifications.

·         Certified First Responder.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·         Must be able to perform sedentary work, including sitting for extended periods of time.

·         Ability to periodically stand, walk, crouch, stoop, bend, and reach across all planes.

·         Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment for extended periods of time.

·         Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, and ability to adjust focus.

·         May be required to lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, 0 - 10% of time.