Facilities Operations Lead

Edgewell Personal Care; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonuses

Job summary

Edgewell is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Lead to oversee general maintenance, preventive tasks, and provide technical leadership within the Facilities department. This is a full-time, project-based role supported by the plant relocation plan through December 2027, with eligibility for incentive bonuses for qualifying hires.

You will coordinate with contractors, perform lighting, plumbing, and grounds work, and ensure safety compliance across the facility.

Qualifications

• Must have 2–5 years hands-on experience in general or facilities maintenance.
• Must have forklift experience (EPC certification) and valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass Mechanical Aptitude Test and meet safety training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to the Facilities department.
• Coordinate with contractors/temporary workers on Facilities projects.
• Replace bulbs/ballasts in lighting fixtures throughout the facility.
• Perform minor plumbing repairs and maintain drains.
• Paint and perform general structural repairs to facility elements.
• Operate basic cutting and welding tools as needed.
• Maintain facility grounds and assist with snow/ice removal.
• Review Safety Data Sheet instructions before using chemicals.
• Handle and dispose of waste and non-usable shipping crates/pallets.
• Conduct system checks (compressors, pumps, boilers, chillers, etc.).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Negotiation skills

Computer skills (MS Office)

Technical collaboration

Maintenance planning

Proactive/self-directed

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Edgewell is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Lead to oversee general maintenance, preventive tasks, and provide technical leadership within the Facilities department. This is a full-time, project-based role supported by the plant relocation plan through December 2027, with eligibility for incentive bonuses for qualifying hires.

You will coordinate with contractors, perform lighting, plumbing, and grounds work, and ensure safety compliance across the facility.