Facilities Superintendent

PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Facilities Superintendent is responsible for coordinating and overseeing day-to-day facilities operations, including maintenance, utilities, grounds, and infrastructure activities, in a high-volume resin packaging environment. This role provides technical guidance, supervision, and support to maintenance and facilities personnel while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

The Facilities Superintendent ensures the facility, buildings, grounds, utilities, and production support systems are maintained in accordance with OEM recommendations, industry best practices, and site operational requirements. This position supports maintenance strategies that improve equipment reliability and facility performance, monitors key maintenance metrics, and assists with capital and facility improvement projects.

The Facilities Superintendent is responsible for maintaining a safe, reliable, and well-maintained facility that supports operational excellence.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and coordinates the daily activities of maintenance technicians, contractors, and facility personnel.
• Participates in recruiting, onboarding, training, and developing maintenance team members.
• Coordinates contractor activities, work permits, permitting requirements, performance expectations, and compliance with site safety and operational standards.
• Assigns work, monitors progress and ensures timely completion of maintenance and facility-related activities.
• Initiates the execution of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment and facility reliability.
• Ensures facility assets and infrastructure remain safe, reliable, and operational.
• Enforces Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations, OSHA requirements, Operation Clean Sweep® standards, and company safety programs to maintain a safe working environment.
• Conducts routine inspections of facilities, equipment, buildings, and site grounds to identify deficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to maintenance personnel and contractors.
• Coordinates facility repairs, building improvements, and infrastructure projects.
• Plans and schedules maintenance activities to minimize operational disruptions.
• Assists with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and facility related systems.
• Interfaces daily with Operations, Safety, Logistics, Quality, and other functional groups to prioritize maintenance activities.
• Maintains accurate records within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Monitors work order completion, preventive maintenance compliance, and key performance metrics, providing regular updates to site leadership.
• Supports department budgeting by assisting with maintenance and facility-related cost tracking and capital project planning.
• expectations, and compliance with site safety and operational standards.
• Participates in root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.
• Maintains high housekeeping standards throughout maintenance shops, utility areas, and facility grounds.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the General Manager.
• Generates and presents for approval, purchase requisitions and purchase orders for tools, equipment, spare parts, supplies, and contracted services.
• Evaluates vendors and contractors for quality, cost effectiveness, and service performance.
• Estimates labor, material, and contractor costs associated with maintenance and facility improvement projects.
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels of critical spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies to support operational reliability.
  
  

Knowledge / Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of maintenance, facilities, utilities, or infrastructure experience in a manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or distribution environment.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of facility maintenance, building systems, utilities, and industrial equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyance systems.
• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies.
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), preferably MPulse or similar software.
• Understanding of cost control and project management principles.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and motivate employees and contractors.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and maintenance activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and maintenance reporting systems.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
• Proficiency in the care and use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift up to 55 pounds and perform physical activities including bending, stooping, climbing, walking, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work from ladders, stairs, elevated platforms, and other access equipment.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to inspect equipment and facilities for operational deficiencies and safety concerns.
  
  

Work Environment

• Typically spends approximately 80% of time in operational and facility environments and 20% of time in an office setting.
  
  

Possible Work Hazards

• May be exposed to operational hazards including dust, fumes, chemicals, moving machinery, electrical systems, elevated work surfaces, confined spaces, high pressure systems, hot or cold temperatures, slippery surfaces, and outdoor weather conditions.
  
  

Notice To Applicants

Ravago Americas is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this employer depends solely upon your qualifications.