Maintenance Manager

Facilities Maintenance Manager

The Facilities Maintenance Manager is responsible for supervising the Facilities Maintenance department. This position services the plant and the equipment that runs 24/7.

• Oversee building and grounds maintenance for all Suncast facilities.
• Ensure the facilities are safe, up to code, and fully operational.
• Ensure effective preventative maintenance and rapid emergency repair capabilities for all critical equipment and systems, as well as any additional assets within assigned facilities.
• Maintain adequate tools and spare parts inventory with cost effective justification.
• Coordinate facility project work: cost, bidding, managing and scheduling.
• Research potential suppliers for major equipment, request and analyze quotes, and propose final supplier and negotiating price.
• Maintain facility compliance with all municipal, state/provincial and federal fire and safety codes, including the testing/inspections of the fire protection system.
• Manage, track, and control costs associated with maintenance of forklift/vehicle fleet and aerial lifts to include preventive maintenance and repair.
• Support maintenance and upkeep of the building exterior and ensure grounds are kept in new condition.
• Manage contractors and third-party vendors.
• Plan building maintenance and operational programs for buildings while ensuring efficiency.
• Plan and manage capital and large construction projects in assigned locations.
• Supervise the facilities maintenance employees and ensure they have been instructed in safe and correct methods for each assigned task.
• Conduct and support employee training as required.
• Schedule staff to ensure that maintenance assistance is available during all production shifts.
• Maintain a safe work environment for all employees and support required safety programs, postings of government mandated reports, OSHA records, and reports on outside inspections.
• Manage facilities planning and space allocation.
• Coordinate with department heads for facility needs.
• Collaborate with upper management on budgeting for facility needs.
• Prepare facilities for changing weather conditions and plan accordingly.
• Ensure all utility systems are inspected and in accordance with regulations.
• Coordinate building security and maintenance services.
• Coordinate all maintenance issues and schedules.
• Oversee and monitor external service consultants during onsite work to ensure adherence to facility standards, safety requirements, and professional conduct.
• Ensure that all purchased equipment and services meet requirements of the purchase order.
• Ensure that equipment failure during the warranty period is correctly serviced and credited.
• Implement a preventative maintenance program to reduce the amount of unexpected down time and emergency repairs.
• Manage inventory of repair and replacement parts to reduce downtime.
• Identify and maintain suppliers capable of fast part replacement and repair for items that cannot be kept in stock.
• Ensure compliance with the budget.
• Oversee and manage custodial services.
• Confer with Director of Maintenance on staffing, hiring, and employee disciplines.
• Maintain comprehensive employee time and production records while ensuring the timely completion of all required annual performance reviews.
• Stay informed of new technology, methods, and materials within the field.
• Understand the employee bargaining agreement (union contract) and ensure that work methods and discipline are in accordance with that agreement.
• Support and comply with all Suncast safety policies, quality standards, and housekeeping practices.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• Facilities Maintenance Technicians
• Facilities Maintenance Helpers/Apprentices
• Forklift Mechanics

• High school diploma plus knowledge and basic functions of two or more of these trades: construction, maintenance, and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Associate's degree in industrial maintenance or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, equipment maintenance, or a combination of both.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of building systems, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and…