Facilities Manager

Uline; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Bonus programs

Paid holidays & PTO

Tuition assistance

Modern facilities

Fitness center & trails

Job summary

Uline’s Wisconsin Distribution Center in Pleasant Prairie is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee 3+ million square feet of space and a 20+ person facilities team. You’ll partner with corporate leadership on policy, long-term planning and capital projects, while ensuring safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes budgeting, maintenance strategy, and hands-on problem solving across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and site equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience; 5+ years facilities experience preferred.
• Experience in plumbing, construction, fire protection, HVAC, electrical systems, landscaping and CMMS.
• Vendor/contractor relations experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility operations of multiple buildings totaling 3+ million square feet of workspace.
• Guide and direct a team of 20+ facilities staff.
• Collaborate with Corporate and DC leadership on facilities policies and long-term planning.
• Plan and oversee budgets, capital expenses and projects.
• Inspect buildings, sites and equipment to identify maintenance needs.
• Respond to emergency maintenance and troubleshooting requests.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Budgeting

Vendor relations

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Job description

Wisconsin Distribution Center

12885 104th St. Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Set the standard for facilities excellence! As a Facilities Manager, oversee Uline’s Distribution Center with cutting-edge facilities and create a workplace that inspires productivity and pride.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage facility operations of multiple buildings totaling 3+ million square feet of workspace.
• Guide and direct a team of 20+ facilities staff.
• Work with Corporate and Distribution Center leadership on Facilities policies, procedures, long-term planning and team development.
• Accurately plan and oversee budgets, capital expenses and projects.
• Inspect buildings, sites and equipment to identify and address maintenance needs.
• Respond to emergency maintenance and troubleshooting requests.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience. 5+ years of facilities experience preferred.
• Experienced in plumbing, construction, fire protection, HVAC, electrical systems, landscaping and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
• Vendor / contractor relations experience.

Benefits

• Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
• Multiple bonus programs.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.

Employee Perks

• Best-in-class, clean, modern facilities.
• First-class fitness center and beautifully maintained walking trails.

About Uline

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations.

Uline is a drug‑free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre‑employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on‑site.

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