Facilities Manager

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits; Syosset (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits in Syosset, NY, seeks a technical expert to implement and maintain automated warehouse systems and to supervise a team of maintenance workers. You will ensure continuous operation, lead preventive maintenance, and optimize performance across the facility.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience, plus safety certifications. Strong leadership and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of related experience preferred.
• OSHA training/certification is a plus.
• EIT, CTP, PMP certifications are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation and maintenance of new warehouse equipment.
• Monitor KPIs and verify technology performance against expectations.
• Maintain automated warehouse systems and ensure uptime.
• Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance program.
• Coach and manage a team of maintenance staff.
• Train staff on automated systems and procedures.
• Plan repairs, order supplies, and manage inventories.
• Support variable shifts to maintain operations.

Skills

Electrical safety knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

Certified Technical Professional (CTP)

Professional Management professional (PMP)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full‑time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax‑saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with expected first year total earnings of $97,500-128,750 / year. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

Overview

Serves as the technical expert for the implementation and maintenance of automated warehouse systems and supervises a team of maintenance workers to maintain automated systems and building operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of new warehouse equipment and technologies
• Monitor key performance indicators and evaluate that new technologies are performing according to expectations
• Ensure automated warehouse systems are maintained and operational at all times
• Ensure robust preventative maintenance system is in place for all facets of the automation, conveyors, and related systems
• Coach, counsel, and manage a team of employees
• Train direct reports and other warehouse staff on the use of automated warehouse systems
• Plan and oversee all maintenance and repair work and develop an efficient system for dealing with emergency repair problems
• Order and receive supplies and equipment and maintain necessary inventories
• Ability to work varying hours and shifts as required to maintain operations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of experience or equivalent education and related experience, preferred concentration in electrical engineering
• Preferred courses/certifications include:
  • OSHA training/certification
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
  • Certified Technical Professional (CTP)
  • Professional Management professional (PMP)
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft suites
• Knowledge of safety programs including but not limited to; electrical, fire safety, IPE and confined spaces

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 50lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affiantative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

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