Facilities Operations Supervisor

Facilities Operations Supervisor

The Facilities Operations Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day execution of facilities operations across Copeland's Sidney campus, consisting of multiple buildings totaling approximately 1.3M square feet. This role serves as a working supervisor, combining hands-on field leadership with direct supervision of facilities personnel and contractors.

The position ensures that facility systems, infrastructure, and services operate safely, reliably, and efficiently while translating site and enterprise-level objectives into daily execution. The Facilities Operations Supervisor reports to Global Facilities and acts as the primary on-site leader for maintenance execution, contractor performance, and work coordination.

As a Facilities Operations Supervisor, you will:

Field Execution & Daily Operations:

• Lead and coordinate daily facilities operations across all Sidney buildings, ensuring timely execution of maintenance and service activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day facility issues, prioritizing work and ensuring rapid resolution.
• Maintain a strong field presence to monitor ongoing work, validate quality, and remove execution barriers.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of complex building system issues, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.

Leadership & Team Management:

• Directly supervise the Facilities Maintenance Lead and Facilities Coordinator, providing clear priorities, guidance, and performance feedback.
• Establish daily and weekly work plans to align team efforts with site priorities.
• Develop team capability through coaching, training, and accountability for performance.
• Foster a culture of safety, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Contractor & Vendor Management:

• Own execution and performance of all site service and maintenance contracts, including janitorial, landscaping, snow removal, life safety, and technical services.
• Coordinate contractor activities to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with scope.
• Monitor vendor performance against defined service levels and drive corrective actions when needed.
• Support development, refinement, and rebid of service contracts in partnership with Global Facilities.

Maintenance Programs & CMMS Execution:

• Lead execution of preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure asset reliability and minimize downtime.
• Ensure accurate and consistent use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), including work order management, asset data integrity, and reporting.
• Drive improvements in maintenance planning, scheduling, and backlog management.
• Support implementation and ongoing use of enterprise maintenance systems and standards.

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all facilities activities comply with OSHA regulations, local codes, and company safety standards.
• Lead site-level follow-up from inspections, audits, and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) walkthroughs.
• Identify and mitigate facility-related risks through proactive inspections and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and compliance requirements.

Facilities Manager Support & Project Coordination:

• Support execution of small to mid-sized facility projects, including space modifications, system upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.
• Provide field-level input into capital planning, budgeting, and prioritization based on site conditions and risks.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and other site functions to ensure facility support aligns with business needs.
• Act as site lead for facilities operations in the absence of a dedicated Facilities Manager.

Required Education, Experience, and

Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or operations within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading contractors and/or small teams in a facilities or maintenance setting.
• Strong working knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Experience coordinating maintenance activities and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance hands-on execution with leadership responsibilities.

Preferred Education, Experience, and

Skills:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS).
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification or equivalent safety training.
• Facilities or maintenance certifications (FMP, CFM, or equivalent).

Onsite Work Arrangement:

Core schedule:
Monday – Friday, minimum 40 hours per week.

Role requires a significant on-site and field presence across multiple facilities.

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