Facilities Manager

Kingfisher Recruiting; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

On-site

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking a Facilities Manager for a large personal care products campus in Bedford Park, IL. The role owns facility systems and safety at a highly automated site.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in manufacturing facilities leadership, hands-on experience with HVAC, boilers, and electrical distribution, and strong contractor coordination. A BS/BA in engineering or facilities management and a Stationary Engineer license are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering or Facilities Management or equivalent with 5+ years leadership in manufacturing
• 7+ years plant/facilities management in manufacturing
• Experience with HVAC, boilers, electrical distribution
• Experience managing contractors across multiple trades
• Strong project management with budgeting and scheduling
• Stationary Engineer license preferred
• Strong communicator across departments and diverse teams

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC, boilers, stationary engineering, and building maintenance
• Manage on-site contractors across electrical and civil trades
• Oversee wastewater treatment systems and regulatory compliance
• Develop capex budgets, scopes, and schedules for infrastructure upgrades
• Ensure adherence to codes, OSHA, and safety standards
• Identify facility improvement opportunities and lead implementation

Skills

Strong communicator

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contractor coordination

Education

BS/BA in Engineering/Facilities Management

Maintenance certifications

Stationary Engineer license (preferred)

Job description

Facilities Manager – Personal Care Products Manufacturing Location: Bedford Park, IL (On-site) Compensation: $140,000–$160,000 base + bonus

Overview

A century-old, family-owned personal care products manufacturer is adding a Facilities Manager to take full ownership of facility systems and infrastructure at a large, automated production campus in the Bedford Park area. This is a newly created position built to bring dedicated engineering leadership to a complex facility that has outgrown a generalist approach.

The operation produces shampoo, lotion, conditioner, and a broad range of personal care products at scale. The company is specifically looking for someone who comes from a manufacturing environment and understands how large industrial facilities operate from the inside.

What the Job Involves

• Oversee all facility functions including HVAC, boilers, stationary engineering, building maintenance, and related systems
• Manage on-site contractors across multiple trades including electrical and civil work, ensuring all projects meet facility standards, timelines, and safety requirements
• Manage on-site wastewater treatment systems and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance
• Develop and oversee capital project budgets, scopes, and schedules for infrastructure upgrades and facility improvements
• Ensure adherence to applicable codes, OSHA requirements, and safety standards throughout the facility
• Identify facility improvement opportunities and lead implementation from concept through completion

What They Need

• BS/BA degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred or an equivalent combination of maintenance certifications and 5+ years of facilities management leadership in a manufacturing setting
• 7+ years of plant or facilities management experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Must come from manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with facility systems including HVAC, boilers, and electrical distribution
• Proven track record managing contractors across multiple trades simultaneously
• Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor coordination
• Stationary Engineer license preferred
• Strong communicator who can work across departments and with diverse teams