Facilities Assistant Manager (2b Shift)

Webstaurantstore; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Webstaurantstore is seeking a Facilities Assistant Manager in Maryland to oversee maintenance and safety operations in our distribution center. You will work with the Facilities Manager to drive efficiency, manage preventive maintenance, and lead the custodial and facilities teams to keep the space running smoothly.

The role emphasizes budgeting, project coordination, and ensuring uptime of material handling systems, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement for daily operations and

Responsibilities

• Assist with management and training of facilities/maintenance staff
• Provide guidance to building management on efficiency improvements
• Ensure safety by following Lock Out/Tag Out and Arc Flash procedures
• With Facilities Manager, manage budgets and downtime scheduling
• Maintain CMMS for preventive maintenance and corrective actions
• Coordinate repair of conveyor belts and automation
• Obtain estimates for supplies and materials for projects
• Oversee maintenance of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and carpentry
• Supervise replacement of warehouse pallet racking and safety
• Organize warranty repairs with manufacturers
• Lead and develop the facilities team and foster engagement

Job description

Job Summary

The Facilities Assistant Manager is the go-to teammate for keeping our distribution center running like a well-oiled machine. Working side by side with the Facilities Manager, they help oversee everything from the nuts and bolts of daily maintenance to the big-picture improvements that keep our space safe, efficient, and ready for action.

Whether it's making sure material handling equipment and automated systems are in top shape, keeping the lights on (literally), or helping upgrade our space with exciting new projects, this role is all about staying one step ahead. The Facilities Assistant Manager also helps lead our amazing custodial team to ensure every corner of the building is clean, fresh, and work-ready.

They bring a solid understanding of our operations, enjoy tackling challenges, and are driven to make things better every day for our team, our space, and our future.

PLEASE NOTE: The 2B Shift will officially begin on November 1, 2026. Candidates who are hired and onboarded may need to rotate through shifts during the training and transition period:

• Training: Shift 1C - Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, for a minimum of 1 week
• Interim Schedule: Shift 2A - Sunday to Wednesday, 7:00 PM–5:30 AM, until the 2A Shift begins.
• Beginning November 1, 2026: Associates assigned to 2B will transition to the 2B Shift schedule.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Operational

• Assists with the management and training of facilities/maintenance employees to fulfil the needs of the department on all shifts. This includes preventative and corrective maintenance, cleaning and sanitation, and general capital improvements to the facility.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to building management regarding updates or changes related to increasing the efficiency or effectiveness of the operation.
• Well versed in Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and Arc Flash requirements, assisting in ensuring team members are properly trained and follow all Safety guidelines.
• In collaboration with the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Assistant Manager will:
• Provide guidance and recommendations to building management regarding updates or changes related to increasing the efficiency or effectiveness of the operation.
• Manage facilities and maintenance budgets to achieve financial goals.
• Collaborate with operations to schedule critical equipment downtime to perform maintenance ensuring efficient and effective flow of the systems necessary to meet customer demand and operational metrics.
• Maintain our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for the completion of time/meter-based preventative maintenance checklists and corrective actions on all building equipment and assets needed for the facility's operation.
• Maintain spare parts inventory, through the CMMS, keeping accurate counts to reduce downtime and assist in cost analysis of operation.
• Coordinate response to emergency maintenance requests as required.
• Facilitate the repair and maintenance of conveyor belts/automation within the facility to a high degree of excellence, ensuring a smooth operation on all shifts.
• Obtain estimates for the supplies, equipment, and materials necessary to complete projects.
• Has knowledge of general building maintenance and repair to include electrical, mechanical, plumbing and carpentry.
• Supervise replacement and addition of warehouse pallet racking when necessary, ensuring proper anchoring and adherence to safety measures.
• Complete weekly, quarterly & annual tests on fire suppression and related monitoring equipment
• Organize the repair of items under warranty from the manufacturer.
• Other duties as assigned.

People

• Ensure the timely completion of all employee performance reviews and provide frequent and constructive feedback to all team members in accordance with the Great Employees Only philosophy.
• Interact with employees regularly to promote a high level of engagement and ensure all safety regulations are followed.
• Promptly complete all admin duties relating to employee management to the expected standard.

Leadership

• Collaborate with the leadership team within the building to meet the needs of the DC and foster a team mentality.
• Work with the Facilities Manager and Team Leads to create development plans for employees to maintain engagement and develop a leadership bench.
• Maintain a high level of integrity and honesty, embodying the core values of the company and modeling them for our employees.
• Serve as a leader not only for the assigned department, but for the entire distribution center, holding peers, managers and employees accountable to expectations.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• We require a business proficiency in the ability to rea, write and communicate in English.