Facilities Manager

Medtronic plc; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead operations at a key site in Billerica, MA. This role is essential for ensuring the maintenance and strategic planning of facilities that support the development of life-saving medical devices. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong leadership and communication skills, fostering a sustainable and inclusive workplace. Join a team dedicated to innovation and healthcare equity, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of many.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant work experience in facilities management.
• Experience in medical device, biotech, or pharmaceutical settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee building operations including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Manage facility-related vendors and service contracts.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Strong Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

CMMS Systems

AutoCAD

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Job description

locations Billerica, Massachusetts, United States of America

time type Full time

posted on Posted Yesterday

time left to apply End Date: May 22, 2025 (13 days left to apply)

job requisition id R26776

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 22 May 2025

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

The Facilities Manager will lead the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and strategic planning of Medtronic’s Billerica, MA site — a key location supporting the development and production of life-saving medical devices. This individual will manage facility systems and services, ensure environmental health and safety compliance, lead infrastructure improvements, and support a safe, functional, and inclusive workplace for all.

This role is ideal for a proactive leader who combines technical expertise with strong communication and organizational skills, and a passion for sustainable, people-centered environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain all aspects of building operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, landscaping, and custodial services.
• Manage facility-related vendors and service contracts, ensuring high-quality performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with EHS, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure compliance with safety, health, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, local codes).
• Lead space planning, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades with a focus on accessibility, functionality, and sustainability.
• Track and manage budgets for facilities operations, projects, and capital improvements.
• Respond promptly to urgent facility issues and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Serve as site lead for facilities-related audits and inspections.
• Support a positive, inclusive, and well-maintained work environment that reflects Medtronic’s values and mission.

Basic Qualifications: Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience.

OR

• Advanced Degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Nice to Have

• Experience in a medical device, biotech, or pharmaceutical setting.
• Familiarity with GMP, ISO, or FDA-regulated environments.
• Working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and facility safety standards.
• Proven experience managing contractors, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), LEED Accreditation, or equivalent certifications.
• Experience with sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency programs.
• Proficiency in CMMS systems, AutoCAD, or building management systems (BMS).

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$102,400.00 - $153,600.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays , Employee Stock Purchase Plan , Employee Assistance Program , Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here .

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Who We Are

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.

We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

What We Do

We change lives. Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That’s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.

We build extraordinary solutions as one team. With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.

This life-changing career is yours to engineer. By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will…

Build a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world

Grow a career reflective of your passion and abilities

Connect to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning

How We Are Different

These commitments set our team apart from the rest:

Experiences that put people first. Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.

Life-transforming technologies. No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.

Better outcomes for our world. Here, it’s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.

Insight-driven care. Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare settingis considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.

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