Facilities Manager

Swanson Health Products, Inc; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Product Discount

Job summary

Swanson Health Products seeks a Facilities Manager to build and run a high‑performing maintenance team across a 24/7 operation. You will maintain equipment uptime, lead safety initiatives, and partner with department leaders to minimize downtime while supporting production.

Responsibilities include policy development, budget ownership, and continuous improvement efforts. Strong communication and hands‑on leadership are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Management, Production Systems, or related field; equivalent education considered.
• 3–5 years of experience in maintenance or a related facilities environment.
• Ability to develop manpower plans and prioritize competing work demands.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 24/7 maintenance team and drive productivity.
• Create, monitor and implement policies to ensure timely work orders and cGMP docs.
• Uphold safety standards in all processes and maintain OSHA-compliant practices.
• Schedule manpower and prioritize projects to balance business needs and labor.
• Drive continuous improvements for productivity and cost reduction.
• Develop and manage the department budget annually.
• Maintain high job satisfaction through process improvements and good leadership.
• Oversee spare parts inventory and supplier relations to ensure quality parts at competitive prices.
• Evaluate capital expenditures to meet goals and keep equipment up.
• Develop training matrices by machine/system to ensure operator expertise and safety.
• Participate in planning for new facilities and production systems; manage spare parts and training.
• Contribute as an active member of the Sanitation Team.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and leadership to maintain an effective team.
• Maintain positive relationships with peers and management and deliver good customer service.
• Represent the department professionally in front of customers and community.

Skills

People leadership

Strong communication

Problem solving

Organization

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

Mozart

JIRA

CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)

Job description

Competitive Benefits Fitness Center Reimbursement Product Discount

Who We Are:

Swanson Health Products has been committed to bringing wellness to the world for over 50 years. As a leader in the vitamins, supplements, and natural wellness industry, we focus on delivering science-backed, high‑quality products that support healthier lives. We are a digitally driven organization investing in innovation, customer experience, and data‑informed growth.

About the Role:

The primary function of the Facilities Manager is to create and maintain an effective and efficient Maintenance team. This team is responsible for ensuring all equipment within the building is properly maintained to maximize up time and minimize runtime failures. Swanson departments operate twenty‑four hours a day, seven days a week requiring the Maintenance team to work closely with department leaders and operators to allow for proper repair and maintenance while keeping departments safe & productive.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure department maintains a high level of work quality and productivity. Plan for, set, and achieve department and company goals.
• Create ,monitor and implement polices and tools that support the accurate completion of all work orders and cGMP documents in a timely manner.
• Responsible for safety standards in processes and procedures throughout the facility while ensuring a safe work environment as stated by OSHA Standards.
• Provide operational advice and schedule needed manpower for projects and day to day operations. Properly prioritize work as required to balance business needs with available labor.
• Develop and support continuous improvements for productivity improvement & cost reduction throughout the facility.
• Develop and manage an annual department budget.
• Monitor and adapt processes to maintain a high level of job satisfaction department wide.
• Ensure spare parts inventory system is accurate and inventory is sufficient to minimize downtime while holding to Repair & Maintenance budget. Build and maintain supplier relationships to ensure department purchases high quality parts at competitive prices.
• Evaluate and recommend capital expenditures as required to achieve goals.
• Ensure all personnel are trained and skilled for the job requirements and cGMP standards. Develop a training matrix by machine/system and technology for each employee to ensure they are equipment experts and safety advocates throughout the facility.
• Participate in project planning for new facilities and production systems. Responsible for all spare parts selection and planning, and mechanical/electrical training in order to support the operational transition.
• Participate as an active member of the Sanitation Team.
• Demonstrate flexibility, creativity and initiative to lead and maintain an effective and efficient team.
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service.
• Conducts self in the presence of customers and community so as to present a professional image of SHP.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Management, Production Systems, or a related field; equivalent education and experience will also be considered.
• 3–5 years of experience in maintenance or a related facilities, manufacturing, or production environment.
• Ability to develop manpower plans and schedules and effectively prioritize competing work demands.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of single-phase and three-phase power, HVAC systems, and water treatment.
• Experience with computerized preventive-maintenance and spare-parts systems.
• Computer proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, Microsoft Office products, and general office equipment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, organization, and people‑leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a 24/7 operating environment and collaborate across departments.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Strongly Preferred:

• Experience leading maintenance teams in a manufacturing, production, food, supplement, pharmaceutical, or other regulated environment.
• Experience with cGMP documentation, OSHA standards, preventive maintenance, spare‑parts management, and continuous improvement programs.
• Experience supporting new facility or production‑system launches, capital projects, or operational transitions.
• Familiarity with Mozart, JIRA, computerized maintenance management systems, or similar software.

Why Join Us:

• Lead a critical facilities and maintenance function supporting a 24/7 operation.
• Help build a safe, reliable, and productive workplace for Swanson employees.
• Drive continuous improvement, equipment uptime, and long‑term operational efficiency.
• Work alongside a collaborative team focused on quality, innovation, and customer service.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, product discounts, and growth potential within a wellness‑focused organization.