Overview:
The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing all activities of the Facilities Department, including maintenance and utilities, to ensure efficient plant operations. This role ensures that all departments within the plant are supported, fulfilling company goals related to safety, capacity, production growth, and quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilities Department Management:
- Lead the Facilities Department to support overall facility safety, capacity assurance, production growth, and quality assurance.
- Oversee maintenance of process equipment, including material handling and utility systems.
- Manage refrigeration system operations and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
Efficiency Improvement:
- Develop and implement strategies to improve utility and production process efficiencies.
- Introduce predictive and preventive maintenance systems to reduce downtime and improve facility and process performance.
Regulatory Compliance & Equipment Installation:
- Ensure all new equipment and utility installations meet relevant USDA requirements and align with the plant's strategic plan.
- Ensure the facility complies with OSHA, EPA, BOCA, DEQ, Board of Health, and other relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
Budget & Resource Management:
- Develop and manage the capital and expense budget for the plant's facilities.
- Ensure cost-effective purchasing of materials and labor for all facilities-related work.
Team Development & Training:
- Support the professional development of all Facilities Department associates, ensuring appropriate training to meet organizational demands.
- Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, including HAACP, SQF, GMP, and SOP.
Project Support & Continuous Improvement:
- Support the Senior Facilities Manager with projects and contribute to the achievement of company goals.
- Drive continuous process and plant improvements in alignment with corporate objectives.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred.
Experience:
- 5-7 years of experience in maintenance or utility management, with a focus on process and plant maintenance.
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (e.g., Oracle EAM).
- Prior food manufacturing experience is required, with meat industry experience preferred.
Certifications:
- Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) preferred.
- Process Safety Management (PSM) training or knowledge is a plus.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience with RCA, A3, 5Why, or similar problem-solving methods.
- Ability to read, interpret, and analyze technical information.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with all levels of management.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
