Facility Manager

Job Overview

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Oversee Facility staff, including Maintenance supervisor & maintenance team, salaried facility engineer, and other staff as necessary.
• Ensure proper certification for all Maintenance staff.
• Recommend facility improvements & upgrades – bathrooms, lighting, offices, conference rooms, common areas, exterior areas, and others.
• Manage exterior of the facility – snow removal, parking lot maintenance, lawn care, etc.
• Work with the city & other governmental agencies on development initiatives.
• Responsible for facility capital project requests, procurement of assets, project management, and departmental budgets.
• Document & maintain facility processes & critical facility infrastructure – fire suppression & monitoring, security alarm system, water, gas, compressed air, etc.
• Manage & Maintain concessions / vending machines & related programs.
• Manage & control HVAC temperatures, modes, programming, etc. throughout the facility.
• Negotiate & manage contracts with outside service providers – snow removal, lawn care, HVAC, general construction & repair contractors, plumbing, janitorial, waste management, and others.
• Develop & maintain supply chain for facility related consumables – paper products, kitchen & concession supplies, etc.
• Respond to & action security system calls.
• Work directly with operations leadership team to support manufacturing updates & improvements, new equipment installs, and facility moves.
• Ensure a clean, safe work environment for all employees.  Work directly with the safety department to install & maintain safety improvements.
• Working with other local leaders and external IT support, maintain & manage the facility camera system.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
 

• Successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Building & Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or other closely related field. 
• 10+ years of related experience, with at least five years managing a complex facility and both hourly & professional staff.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities at once.
• Current or previous experience in a manufacturing facility is highly preferred.
• Experience with CAD, Building Management software, Microsoft Office is highly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent cross functional communicator, who is skilled at communicating across all levels of the organization, and with external vendors / contractors.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership skills will be required for this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position will oversee the maintenance department, a facility engineer, and other staff responsible for the day-to-day upkeep & strategic direction of the facility. 
• Direct oversight two – five direct reports, with a total Facility Manager organization of 15 – 20 people.  Staff may include both hourly & salaried staff.
• A supervisor level employee will report to this position.

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people – because when you’re supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you’re supported – at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.