Facilities Specialist

GE Aerospace; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Auburn, Alabama is seeking a Lead Facilities Specialist to plan and execute facility projects from concept to completion. You will supervise hourly maintenance technicians across shifts, manage budgets, and coordinate with Operations to support production.

Strong knowledge of HVAC, electro-hydraulic machinery, control software, and PLCs is required, along with problem-solving and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or a high school diploma/GED.
• HVAC or facilities maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with control software and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Plan projects for facility improvements from concept to completion.
• Create and implement a preventive maintenance program and ensure compliance.
• Forecast budget for Facilities and monitor through the year.
• Supervise a team of hourly maintenance technicians across shifts.
• Coordinate facilities initiatives with Operations to support production.
• Ensure equipment/services meet quality and cost targets.
• Develop and coordinate department proposals for facilities projects.
• Be on call for facilities emergencies.
• Negotiate and review contracts with third-party providers.

Skills

HVAC experience

Facilities maintenance

Leadership

Control software

PLC programming

Budget management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree or GED

Tools

PLC's

Control software

Job description

Job Description
The Lead Facilities Specialist develops practical and innovative ways to identify and meet goals. In this role you will be responsible for work that is less defined in scope, utilize your understanding and experience to execute business objectives, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.

Job Description Summary
Job Description
The Lead Facilities Specialist develops practical and innovative ways to identify and meet goals. In this role you will be responsible for work that is less defined in scope, utilize your understanding and experience to execute business objectives, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.

Responsibilities

• Plan projects for facility improvements from concept to completion
• Create and implement an effective preventative maintenance program and ensures that all compliance standards are maintained and regulatory maintenance is executed
• Forecast budget for the Facilities department and monitor throughout the year
• Supervise a team of hourly maintenance technicians spread across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts
• Coordinate facilities initiatives with Operations team to support production
• Ensure that equipment and services purchased are acceptable quality and cost effective
• Develop and coordinate department proposals for facilities projects
• Be on call for all facilities related emergencies
• Ensure that all compliance standards are maintained and regulatory maintenance is executed
• Negotiate, maintain, and review contracts for all third party contractors, cleaners, waste removal, vending, recycling, security provider, etc.
• Provide technical support and guidance to controls technicians for out-of-the-ordinary electronics problems -Work with cross functional team to perform machine modifications, make control logic changes, and provide updated training and documentation as required
• Work directly with Lead Maintenance Specialist and fill-in or replace during absences

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or a high school diploma/GED from an accredited school or institution

GE Desired Characteristics

• At least 4 years of experience in an HVAC or other Facilities Maintenance position within a manufacturing or shop environment)
• At least 5 additional years of experience in electro-hydraulic machinery, major machine run-offs / installations, and maintenance repairs
• Proficiency with control software and PLC's
• Software Programming
• Strong knowledge of Environmental, Health & Safety policy and procedure
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion
• Six Sigma training is preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Additional Information

• GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
• GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No